Recipe - Food Pyramid For Vegetarians

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"When the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture brought out its new food guide pyramid,
at least one group felt left out: vegetarians. A nutrition expert from New
York Medical College has now remedied the problem.

"Arlene Spark, Ph.D., clinical assc. prof. of nutrition, developed a
pyramid that helps nonmeat eaters build a healthful diet. Her pyramid
matches the USDA version in overall organization, but it offers substitutes
for the meat/fish group and for the dairy group. In addition, the veg.
pyramid includes special recommendations for vegans....These
recommendations ensure that vegans obtain all needed nutrients."

Top portion of pyramid: "Vegans Must Consume Daily" veg. oil (35 tsp) and
Blackstrap molasses (1 tbs.) and Brewer's yeast (1 tbs.)

2nd portion: "Milk and Milk Substitutes Group" milk, yogurt, cheese and
fortified soy milk (with added calcium, vitamins B12 and D) (24 servings)

"Meat/Fish Substitutes Group" dry beans, nuts, seeds, peanut butter, tofu,
and eggs (23 servings)

3rd portion: "Vegetable Group" 3+ servings

"Fruit Group" 24 servings

4th portion (bottom of pyramid): "Grains and Starchy Vegetables Group"
bread, cereal, rice, pasta, corn, potatoes, and green peas (611 servings)

Posted by mangelo!kehrbaum@cbs1.attmail.com (kehrbaum) to the Fatfree
Digest [Volume 15 Issue 23] Feb. 23, 1995.

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