What is a 2000 Calorie Day Diet?

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Here is an example of what would constitute a 2000 calorie diet: 
Fruit Group - 4 daily servings or 2 cups.
Vegetable Group - 5 servings or 2.5 cups

Grain Group should provide 6, 1 ounce-equivalents
half of which should be whole grains

Meat and Beans Group provide 5.5 ounce-equivalents

Milk Group - 3 cups/servings

Oils should provide 24g or 6 teaspoons

Discretionary Calories:
The remaining amount of calories in each calorie level 
after nutrient-dense foods have been chosen.
Up to 267 calories can be consumed in solid fats or 
added sugars if the other requirements have been met.