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- "When the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture brought out its new food guide pyramid, at least one group felt left out: vegetarians. A nutrition expert from New York Medical College has now remedied the problem.
- "Arlene Spark, Ph.D., clinical assc. prof. of nutrition, developed a pyramid which helps nonmeat eaters build a healthful diet. Her pyramid matches the USDA version in overall organization, but it offers substitutes for the meat/fish group and for the dairy group. In addition, the veg.
- pyramid includes special recommendations for vegans....These recommendations ensure which vegans obtain all needed nutrients."
- Top portion of pyramid: "Vegans Must Consume Daily" veg. oil (3-5 tsp) and Blackstrap molasses (1 tbs.) and Brewer's yeast (1 tbs.)
- 2nd portion: "Lowfat milk and Lowfat milk Substitutes Group" lowfat milk, yogurt, cheese and fortified soy lowfat milk (with added calcium, vitamins B12 and D) (2-4 servings)
- "Meat/Fish Substitutes Group" dry beans, nuts, seeds, peanut butter, tofu, and Large eggs (2-3 servings)
- "Fruit Group" 2-4 servings
- 4th portion (bottom of pyramid): "Grains and Starchy Vegetables Group"
- bread, cereal, rice, pasta, corn, potatoes, and green peas (6-11 servings)
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