What are the 5 usda food groups?

The five USDA food groups are:

1. Fruits: Any fruit or 100% fruit juice counts as part of the fruit group.

2. Vegetables: Any vegetable or 100% vegetable juice counts as part of the vegetable group.

3. Grains: Any food made from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley, or another grain is considered a grain product. Whole grains are those that have the entire grain kernel, including the bran, germ, and endosperm. Refined grains have been processed to remove the bran and germ, leaving only the endosperm.

4. Protein Foods: This group includes meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, nuts, seeds, and soy products.

5. Dairy Products: This group includes milk, yogurt, cheese, and other dairy products.