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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.
Most children and teenagers require between 1 and 2 cups of fruit a day, depending on age and gender. It can be challenging to discern what counts as a cup of fruit in recommended intake terms â a small banana, for example, counts as a 1/2-cup serving, while a large banana constitutes a 1-cup serving.Because dried fruit provides a more concentrated form of calories and nutrients, smaller amounts count for more.ost children and teenagers require between 1 and 2 cups of fruit a day, depending on age and gender. It can be challenging to discern what counts as a cup of fruit in recommended intake terms â a small banana, for example, counts as a 1/2-cup serving, while a large banana constitutes a 1-cup serving.