Tools for Nutrition Dietary Guidelines, MyPlate, Nutrition Labels
Nutrition is (or Should Be) Important to You! Food choices affect your body from head to toe Habits influence your ability to work and play Your health - today and in the future - depends everyday food choices
Fuels Brain Roles of Nutrition... Head to Toe Fueled by glucose from carbohydrates Thinking, problem solving, creating, working...all depends on your brain! Protects Vision Vitamin A helps our ability to see in the dark New studies show leafy, green vegetables can help prevent age related eye disease.
Roles of Nutrition... Head to Toe Healthy Teeth and Gums Healthy mouth allows you to eat a wider variety of foods New research shows brushing and flossing can help prevent chronic illnesses Promotes Brain Health Healthy Blood Pressure Low blood pressure can reduce risk of strokes Alzheimer's disease is also being linked to diet and nutrition
Roles of Nutrition... Head to Toe Fuels Body Good nutrition is vital to the function of all body systems Maintain Tissues Body is constantly repairing tissues and changing food into energy Promotes Heart Health Choose lean meats, low fat dairy products, and overall less fat Fiber rich diets are also linked to the prevention of heart disease and diabetes
Roles of Nutrition... Head to Toe Promotes digestive health Contributes to healthy weight Balancing calorie intake with energy burned is key to maintaining a healthy weight. Reduces chronic disease risk Diseases such as diabetes (type 2) and heart disease and chronic diseases.
Nutrition is (or Should Be) Important to You! Enhances Longevity Teen years are the peak growing years Bones are living tissue-they are repaired and maintained throughout the lifespan. Nutrients are needed to build strong bones Maintains Strong Bones Calcium-rich foods keep bones strong Keeping bones strong reduce the risk of osteoporosis (Brittle Bone Disease)
SO...What s in Your Nutrition Toolbox??? Dietary Guidelines MyPlate Nutrition Labels
Dietary Guidelines Intended for Americans ages 2 and older Focused on recommendations to promote a healthier lifestyle and to reduce the risk of chronic diseases Provide guidance on how to make thoughtful, healthful choices Advise Americans to live healthy, active lifestyles Reviewed every 5 years
Dietary Guidelines 7 Tips! Enjoy food-eat less Avoid oversized portions (Portion Control) Make half your plate fruits and/or vegetables Make half your grains whole Switch to low-fat or fat free dairy products Compare labels - be conscious of sodium content Avoid sugary drinks
MyPyramid to MyPlate
MyPyramid to MyPlate
Food Groups FRUITS VEGETABLES GRAINS PROTEIN DAIRY
Food Groups FRUITS VEGETABLES GRAINS PROTEIN DAIRY
Food Groups Estimate your daily calorie needs (Using choosemyplate.gov or handout) Build your eating plan Follow recommendations to make healthy choices within each food group
MyPlate Goals Created by USDA to be an easy to understand image Empower individuals to make healthy decisions Initiate and build healthy lifestyles among Americans Remind Americans to eat healthfully
Nutrition Labels Quick guide to Daily Values (DV) 5% DV or less is LOW for the nutrient 20% or more is HIGH for the nutrient Helps guide food choices and meet personal taste and nutrition goals Helps you identify important nutrients and foods which are high in calories, sugar, fat, and sodium
Nutrition Labels Quick guide to Daily Values (DV) 5% DV or less is LOW for the nutrient 20% or more is HIGH for the nutrient Helps guide food choices and meet personal taste and nutrition goals Helps you identify important nutrients and foods which are high in calories, sugar, fat, and sodium