American Heart Association











Serving Sizes

Serving sizes for this food group vary depending upon the foods you select. Here's a sample of typical serving sizes:

•  1 piece sliced bread
•  1/4 cup nugget or bud-type cereal
•  1/2 cup hot cereal
•  1 cup flaked cereal
•  1 cup cooked rice or pasta
•  1/4-1/2 cup starchy vegetables
•  1 cup low-fat soup