Vitamins and Minerals
99% of this mineral is in our bones and teeth
Calcium
How does dietary fiber help prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease?
By reducing cholesterol
Make half of your grains this type of grain
Whole Grains
Which two types of dietary fats should one avoid?
Trans fat (avoid completely) and saturated fat (keep at a small amount)
This is the most common type of diabetes that results from your body not being able to use insulin properly, but can be managed by eating a healthy diet.
Type 2 Diabetes
What is the "sunshine" vitamin?
Vitamin D
This amount of fiber should be consumed for every 1,000 calories.
14 grams
List some sources of protein to incorporate into your diet.
Lean meats and poultry, beans, seeds, nuts, seafood, eggs, and soy products.
This fat intake should be less than 10% of your daily calories.
To lower your risk of heart disease and stroke, you should consume no more than this amount of sodium per day.
2300 mg
If you follow a vegan diet, you are likely not receiving this mineral, which is only available in animal products such as meat, dairy, poultry, and eggs.
Vitamin B12
True or False: Fiber provides minimal energy for the body.
How much of your plate should be fruits and vegetables?
Half of your plate
(Fruits - 2 cups/day)
(Vegetables - 2 1/2 cups/day)
These are a type of polyunsaturated fat that is found in foods such as salmon, sunflower seeds, walnuts, and tuna.
Omega 3 and Omega 6 Fatty Acids
What percentage of adults in the United States have obesity?
40%
List 3 of the major minerals that are required by the body.
Calcium, chloride, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, and sulfur.
How can fiber affect digestive issues?
Which type of dairy products should you be consuming?
1% / Skim (Avoid full fat dairy products)
True or False: 10-15% of your total daily calories should come from healthy fats.
False - The percentage should be higher, between 20-35%.
True or False: An unhealthy diet can increase the risk of colorectal cancer and uterine cancer.
True