Cholesterol is a waxy substance
found in every cell of humans and animals.
What is Cholesterol
100
A mineral nutrient that helps build and renew
the part of red blood cells (called hemoglobin) that
carries oxygen to cells.
What is Iron
200
Nutrients such as calcium, iron, and zinc;
some regulate body processes while others become
part of body tissues.
What is Minerals
200
(Food Energy) A measure of the energy
used by the body, and of the energy that food
supplies to the body.
What is Calories
200
Milk and foods made with milk, such as yogurt and cheese, are important sources of calcium for teens. Adolescents have a critical need for calcium during the growth spurt and until they become adults. All calcium-rich food sources
can help bones grow. Low-fat and fat-free milk and foods made from low-fat or fat-free milk are recommended as one way to reduce saturated fats.
What is Milk Products
300
An inactive lifestyle includes
only the light physical activity of standard day-today life such as getting dressed, preparing food, talking with your family, and attending class, with much
of the time spent sitting.
What is Inactive Lifestyle
300
Daily Values (DVs) are recommended amounts of key nutrients, based on 2,000 calories a day. The amounts shown for the DV nutrient levels for 2,000 and 2,500 calories are provided on many Nutrition Facts labels.
What is Daily Value (DV)
400
Includes being physically active
at a level equal to walking more than 3 miles
at 3 to 4 miles per hour, in addition to the light
physical activity of day-to-day life.
What is Active Lifestyle
400
An inactive lifestyle includes only the light physical activity of standard day-today life such as getting dressed, preparing food, talking with your family, and attending class, with much
of the time spent sitting
What is Inactive Lifestyle
500
All the liquids and water in beverages and
foods. Thirst and normal drinking behavior, especially
drinking fluids with meals, are usually adequate to
meet the body’s need for liquids. People need to drink
more when it is hot and during vigorous physical
activity.
What is Fluids
500
Nutrient-dense foods provide high amounts of vitamins and minerals and are lower in calories than similar types of foods. Use the % DV Guide to identify foods with high amounts of vitamins and minerals. Compare and choose foods that are lower in calories.