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What is blood pressure, cholesterol, stress, and weight
Being physically active can lower this, and it's good for your heart
What are the benefits of eating out
Convenience, cost (cheap), saves time, can be celebratory/enjoyable
What is the MyPlate food guide.
Your body needs fuel to carry out its daily functions. Following this can help you eat a balanced diet.
What are benefits of eating out
Convenience, time saver, celebratory, and cost
Being physically active strengthens these
bones and muscles
What are possible problems with eating out frequently
Portion sizes, excess salt, too many high-fat foods, extra calories, cost (can be expensive)
What are the 5 food groups
Dairy, vegetables, fruits, grains, and protein
What are problems with eating out frequently
Large portion sizes, excess salt, too many high fat foods, extra calories, and can be expensive are examples of
In addition to being good for your body, physical activity is also good for this
improves mood, reduces symptoms of depression
What is controlling your portion sizes
Eat half and take the other home to eat for another meal or share a main course
what are vitamins
These are essential nutrients used in the body for growth, repair, and maintenance. There are two different types: fat soluble and water soluble.
What is choosing healthier drink options
Drinking water, low fat milk, and 100% fruit juice while skipping drinks like soda, sports drinks, and other sugary beverages are examples of.
Being physically active gives you strength and energy. Name 1 some things you do on an average day that might be easier if you had more strength and energy.
climbing stairs, grocery shopping, getting up from a chair, cleaning the house, doing yard work, playing with children/grandchildren,
how can you choose healthier drink options
Skip the soda and other sugary beverages (sweetened tea and lemonade, energy drinks, sports drinks)
What are proteins
These are responsible for gaining and maintaining muscle. There are different types: complete, incomplete, and complementary.
What is avoiding high- fat foods
Choose baked, grilled or broiled items instead of fried. Skip the cheese on sandwiches and salads. Choose skinless chicken, fish, and lean cuts of beef and pork
What is the minimum amount of physical activity a person should engage in
Exercising at least 150 minutes per week with a minimum of 10 minute intervals
What is reduce your sodium
Ask for sauces and dressings on the side, choose lower sodium soy sauce, cut down on cheese and meats like bacon, ham and salami
What is cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers.
Experts say that if Americans improved their diet and physical activity patterns, there would be less prevalence of these 3 diseases.
What is eating more fruits and vegetables
Choose fruit with your meal instead of chips and pretzels. Ask for a side of vegetables or a salad with the dressing on the side. Choose a fruit salad for your dessert.