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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.
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010, men who eat 2,600 calories a day should aim for 2 cups of fruits, 3.5 cups of vegetables, 9 ounces of grains, 6.5 ounces of high-protein foods, 3 cups of dairy foods and 8 teaspoons of oils each day.