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Health TopicsDiet & NutritionHealthy Eating GuidelinesUSDA MyPlate
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What are the serving sizes of fruits used in the USDA MYPlate model?

Joan Salge Blake, MS, RD
Joan Salge Blake, MS, RD on behalf of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Nutrition & Dietetics
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According to the USDA, a serving from the fruit group is considered:

  • 1 cup of fruit
  • 1 cup of 100% fruit juice, or
  • ½ cup of dried fruit

Most adults should consume about 2 cups of fruit daily.

 

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