EAT Right Tools
It’s important to feed our children well. Recommended daily guidelines for adequate calories and nutrients for boys and girls varies based upon their age, height, weight and physical activity levels. Learn what’s right for your child.
Age Group for Food Plan |
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Calorie Level of Food Plan | Source: Resource materials courtesy of the United States Dept. of Agriculture (USDA). To learn more visit: choosemyplate.gov |
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1000 Calories | 2 year olds | |||
1200 Calories | 3 year olds | 4-5 year olds | 6-8 year olds | |
1400 Calories | 3 year olds | 4-5 year olds | 6-8 year olds | |
1600 Calories | 4-5 year olds | 6-8 year olds | 9-17 year olds | 18+ year olds |
1800 Calories | 6-8 year olds | 9-17 year olds | 18+ year olds | |
2000 Calories | 6-8 year olds | 9-17 year olds | 18+ year olds | |
2200 Calories | 9-17 year olds | 18+ year olds | ||
2400 Calories | 9-17 year olds | 18+ year olds | ||
2600 Calories | 9-17 year olds | 18+ year olds | ||
2800 Calories | 9-17 year olds | 18+ year olds | ||
3000 Calories | 9-17 year olds | 18+ year olds | ||
3200 Calories | 9-17 year olds | 18+ year olds |