<P> The meat group is one of the major compacted food groups in the food guide pyramid . Many of the same nutrients found in meat can also be found in foods like eggs , dry beans , and nuts , such foods are typically placed in the same category as meats , as meat alternatives . These include tofu , products that resemble meat or fish but are made with soy , eggs , and cheeses . For those who do not consume meat or animal products ( see Vegetarianism , veganism and Taboo food and drink ) , meat analogs , tofu , beans , lentils , chick peas , nuts and other high - protein vegetables are also included in this group . The food guide pyramid suggests that adults eat 2 -- 3 servings per day . One serving of meat is 4 oz ( 110 g ) , about the size of a deck of cards . </P>
<P> The meat group is one of the major compacted food groups in the food guide pyramid . Many of the same nutrients found in meat can also be found in foods like eggs , dry beans , and nuts , such foods are typically placed in the same category as meats , as meat alternatives . These include tofu , products that resemble meat or fish but are made with soy , eggs , and cheeses . For those who do not consume meat or animal products ( see Vegetarianism , veganism and Taboo food and drink ) , meat analogs , tofu , beans , lentils , chick peas , nuts and other high - protein vegetables are also included in this group . The food guide pyramid suggests that adults eat 2 -- 3 servings per day . One serving of meat is 4 oz ( 110 g ) , about the size of a deck of cards . </P>
where do nuts go on the food pyramid
where do nuts go on the food pyramid
meat group
meat group