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Foods Included
Chicken, Turkey, Duck
Description
Poultry is a type of meat that includes chicken, turkey, duck, and other birds that can be cooked and eaten. Poultry is a good source of protein and is low in fat when eaten without the skin. It is a healthy alternative to red meat and pork.
Buy It
Look for sales in the store and buy more if you can. Freeze the extras for later use.
Choose chicken breast (white meat) for the part of the chicken that is lowest in fat.
Store It
Keep meats on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator so the juices don't drip onto any food below it.
Freeze meat to use at a later date.
Cook It
Poultry can be baked, roasted, grilled, or added to a stir-fry. Search for these terms on our website to learn how to cook using these methods.
Why It's Great
Proteins are building blocks for our bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood. They provide a variety of nutrients that are essential for health and maintenance of your body.
B vitamins are important for growth, development, and many other bodily functions. They are especially important in turning the food that we eat into energy for our body.
Chicken breast, when baked, is low in fat and keeps our heart healthy.
