THE PLANTS
Now we turn toward the vast fields of Plant life. As far as the eye can see, the
Plants grow, working many wonders. They sustain many life forms. With our
minds gathered together, we give thanks and look forward to seeing Plant life for
many generations to come. Now our minds are one.
THE FOOD PLANTS
With one mind, we turn to honor and thank all the Food Plants we harvest from
the garden. Since the beginning of time, the grains, vegetables, beans and
berries have helped the people survive. Many other living things draw strength
from them too. We gather all the Plant Foods together as one and send them a
greeting of thanks. Now our minds are one.
Now we turn toward the vast fields of Plant life. As far as the eye can see, the
Plants grow, working many wonders. They sustain many life forms. With our
minds gathered together, we give thanks and look forward to seeing Plant life for
many generations to come. Now our minds are one.
THE FOOD PLANTS
With one mind, we turn to honor and thank all the Food Plants we harvest from
the garden. Since the beginning of time, the grains, vegetables, beans and
berries have helped the people survive. Many other living things draw strength
from them too. We gather all the Plant Foods together as one and send them a
greeting of thanks. Now our minds are one.
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Eat at least one dark green and one orange vegetable each day. Choose dark green vegetables such as broccoli, romaine lettuce and spinach. Select orange vegetables such as carrots, sweet potatoes and winter squash.
Choose vegetables and fruit prepared with little or no added fat, sugar or salt. Enjoy vegetables steamed, baked or stir-fried instead of deep fried. Have vegetables and fruit more often than juice. |
Make at least half of your grain products whole grain each day. Eat a variety of whole grains such as barley, brown rice, oats, quinoa and wild rice. Enjoy whole grain breads, oatmeal or whole wheat pasta.
Choose grain products that are lower in fat, sugar or salt. Compare the Nutrition Facts table on labels to make wise choices. Enjoy the true taste of grain products. When adding sauces or spreads, use small amounts. |
Drink skim, 1% or 2% milk each day. Have 500 mL (2 cups) of milk every day for adequate vitamin D. Drink fortified soy beverages if you do not drink milk.
Select lower fat milk alternatives. Compare the Nutrition Facts table on yogurts or cheeses to make lower fat choices. |