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Eating Well As You Get Older

Frequently Asked Questions

4. What amounts of food should I eat? - cont'd

Recommended daily amount of protein - Click to enlarge in new window.
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A person who eats 2,000 calories a day should have a daily intake of

  • 5-7 ounces of lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts (one egg or ¼ cup of cooked dry beans or tofu equals 1 ounce of meat, poultry, or fish)
  • limited amounts of fats (saturated and trans fats should be as low as possible), cholesterol, sodium (salt), and added sugars.