A Food Guide for Children

Food supplies the nutrients needed to fuel your body so you can perform your best. Go, Slow, Whoa is a simple way to recognize foods that are the smartest choices.
• “Go” Foods: Eat almost anytime (Most often) — they are lowest in fat, added sugar, and calories
• “Slow” Foods: Eat sometimes (Less often) — they are higher in fat, added sugar, and/or calories
• “Whoa” Foods: Eat once in a while (Least often) — they are very high in fat and/or added sugar, and are much higher in calories

The amounts of foods recommended per food group are based on a 2,000-calorie diet, the approximate number of calories for most active boys and girls ages 9-13. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.