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 conditions, and cost, although the aim should be to choose a variety from day to day.

Group two includes other good sources of protein, phosphorus, and iron.

The third group contains foods rich in vitamin C, the anti-scorbutic vitamin.

The fourth group contains foods valuable for mineral salts, vitamin B, and bulk. Liberal use should be made of the foods here listed.

Group five contains foods which further supplement the phosphorus and iron content in the diet.

Foods furnishing a good start on the day’s requirement of protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamins A, B, and D, and bulk. Use all the foods here listed every day. Additional servings of any of these foods may be chosen.


 * 2 servings of milk

2 servings of graham or whole wheat bread

2 servings of white bread, rice, hominy, or macaroni

1 serving of egg

1 serving of potato

1 serving of Post’s Bran Flakes

1 serving of unrefined cereal (Grape-Nuts)

3 servings of butter

1 serving of sugar or other sweet

Important sources of protein, phosphorus, and iron. Choose one food from this group every day.