The Food Pyramid is Healthy Irelands visual representation of how different foods and drinks contribute towards a healthy balanced diet.
The three key messages for healthy eating are:
- Eat at least 5 to 7 servings of fruit and veg a day
- Use the Pyramid as a guide for serving sizes and remember that portion size matters
- Limit high fat, sugar and salt foods from the top shelf of the Pyramid to no more than once or twice a week
See further healthy eating guidelines here:
> (opens in a new window)http://www.healthyireland.ie/health-initiatives/heg/