Name two easy ways to cut down on calories during the week. give an example of what’s considered one serving for each of the following food groups: starch, fruit, vegetables, protein, dairy, and fat. describe the difference between a product that’s “reduced” and one that’s “low-fat.” by law, what are the four required elements that a food label must contain? the % daily values information on a food label is based on a diet of calories. low fat used on a food label means there are fewer than grams of fat per serving. soymilk that’s labeled “more calcium” must contain % more calcium than regular soymilk.

1. Reduce serving/portion sizes and serve gravies, sauces, and salad dressings on the side.
2. Here are some examples:
Starch—1 slice of bread, ½ cup cooked rice/pasta, ½ bagel, 1 tortilla
Fruit—½ cup chopped fresh fruit, 1 small piece of fresh fruit, ¾ cup unsweetened fruit juice
Vegetables—1 cup fresh, raw vegetables, ½ cup cooked vegetables
Protein—A meat serving the size of a deck of cards, ½ cup cooked beans or peas, 2 tablespoons of peanut butter 
Dairy—1 cup milk, yogurt, or soy milk, 1 ounce solid cheese 
Fat—2 slices bacon, 5 olives, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil/butter or margarine
3. A reduced product has had its fat or sodium content lowered by 25 percent. A low-fat product has fewer than 3 grams of fat per serving.
4. The name of the food and manufacturer; the net weight or quantity contained in the package; all ingredients listed in descending weight; the serving size, as specified by the FDA.
5.The % Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie daily diet, with 30 percent of calories.
6. Low fat used on a food label means there are fewer than 3 grams of fat per serving.
7. Soymilk that’s labeled “more calcium” must contain 10% more calcium than regular soymilk.