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The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends children ages 9 and older and adults consume at least 3 cups from the dairy group each day. Active teenagers with high calorie requirements of 3,000 calories or more may require 4 cups from the dairy group each day.
Vegetables: Most teens need 2 to 3 servings per day. One serving is the amount listed below. 1/2 cup cooked or 1 cup raw vegetable; 2 cups salad greens; 1 cup vegetable or tomato juice; Your teen should eat only enough of the following foods to meet their calorie needs. Fats: Most teens need 2 to 4 servings per day. One serving is the amount listed below. 6 almonds or 10 peanuts; 2 Tbsps cream cheese, avocado, or low calorie salad dressing; 1 tsp oil, margarine, mayonnaise, or butter; 1 Tbsp salad dressing