Group 1 - Fats, oils and sweets

Group 1- Fats, oils and sweets

These foods are placed at the top of the pyramid because they shouldn't be eaten too often. This group includes butter, fat, sweets, biscuits, cakes, crisps, sugar and sugary drinks. The fats found in nuts and seeds are unsaturated and are good for your heart. These unsaturated fats are better for you than the saturated fats found in dairy products and meat. Group 1 foods should be eaten in very small amounts.

What is a serving?

A serving of group 1 should be as little as possible, e.g. a small teaspoon of oil, a thin spread of margarine or butter, a biscuit or a slice of cake.