Ch 12- Pulling It All Together- Dietary Guidelines

Check all that apply: According to the Dietary Guidelines, a healthy eating pattern includes promoting the consumption of:

- lean protein sources - fruits - vegetables - healthful oils - whole-grains

Describe the Dietary Guidelines?

-The guidelines are based on the latest scientific evidence from diet-health research. -The guidelines are issued every 5 years. -The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Department of Health and Human Services issue the guidelines.

Dietary Guidlines for Americans

-a set of recommendations about smart eating and physical activity for all Americans -issued every 5 years from USDA and Department of Health and Human Services -based on latest scientific evidence from diet-health research -intended for use by all individuals

The Dietary Guidelines baseline recommendation for physical activity for adults is ______ mins per week.

-adults: 150 (or 30 mins a day and 5/7 days of the week) -children: 60 mins a day

Name some diet-related chronic diseases.

-cardiovascular disease -hypertension -diabetes -cancer -osteoporosis

What are the 5 vegetable subgroups?

-dark green: collard greens, romaine lettuce, spinach -red/orange: carrots, tomatoes, butternut squash -beans and peas: black, pinto, and soy -starch: corn, potato, and peas

Name some nutrient dense foods.

-liver -oranges -brown rice -kale -low-fat plain yogurt -eggs -seaweed -salmon -garlic -shellfish -sardines -blueberries

According to the MyPlate recommendations, which of the following key nutrients can a variety of lean protein sources provide?

-protein -iron -B vitamins -fiber (plant protein)

Name the risk factors of heart disease.

-total, LDL, HDL LDL cholesterol -triglyceride levels -blood pressure -waist circumference (male: 40+, female 35+) -minutes of activity per day

According to the Dietary Guidelines, a healthy eating pattern includes promoting the consumption of:

-vegetables -fruits -healthful oils -whole-grains -lean protein sources

The three key rationales of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans are to: Maintain a healthy _________. Promotion of overall __________. Prevention of ________-related chronic diseases

-weight -health -diet

Which of the following are NOT on the list of top five sources of calories for Americans?

-whole grains -fruit -vegetables -dairy -oils

Based on a daily value of a 2,000 calorie diet, what are the daily requirements for the following: 1) total fat 2) saturated fat 3) cholesterol 4) total carbohydrates 5) fiber 6) added sugars 7) sodium 8) protein

1) total fat-65 g 2) saturated fat- 20g 3) cholesterol- 300mg 4) total carbohydrates- 300g 5) fiber- 25 g 6) added sugars- 50 g 7) sodium (2,400 mg) 8) protein- 50 g

You look at the Nutrition Facts food label and see the servings per bag is 8 and the calories per servings is 140 kcals. How many calories are in the entire bag?

1,120 kcals

What are the top sources of sugar in America?

1. beverages 2. snacks and sweets 3. sweetened grains

Name the three key terms of the DGA.

1. eating patterns 2. nutrient dense 3. variety 4. limit calories from added sugars and saturated fats and reduce sodium 5. shift to healthier food and beverage choices

Name some dietary guidelines.

1. follow a healthy eating pattern across the lifespan 2. focus on variety, nutrient density, and amount 3. limit calories from added sugar and saturated fats and reduce sodium 4. shift to healthier food and beverage choices 5. support healthy eating patterns for all

Three key rationales of the DGA.

1. maintain a health weight 2. promotion of overall health 3. prevention of diet-related chronic diseases

What are the top sources of sodium in America?

1. mixed dishes (pizza, burgers, meat, soups, pastas) 2. protein foods 3. snacks and sweets

What are the top sources of saturated fat in America?

1. mixed dishes (pizza, burgers, meat, soups, pastas) 2. snacks and sweets 3. protein food

According to the Dietary Guidelines, the goal is to reduce consumption of added sugars to less than ____% of total calories.

10

According to the Dietary Guidelines, the goal is to reduce consumption of saturated fat to less than ____% of total calories.

10

The MyPlate recommendations are to aim for at least _____ cups of fruits daily.

2

The MyPlate recommendations are to aim for _____ cups of fruits daily.

2-3

The MyPlate recommendations are to aim for at least _____ cups of vegetables daily.

2.5

The MyPlate recommendations are to aim for _____ cups of dairy daily.

3 cups

The MyPlate recommendations are to aim for _____ ounces of protein daily.

5.5

The MyPlate recommendations are to aim for at least ____% of your grain choices whole grain.

50

The Daily Value for added sugars is less than _____.

50 g/day

The Daily Value for added sugars is less than ______.

50 g/day

The MyPlate recommendations are to aim for _____ ounces of grains daily.

6

What is MyPlate?

Federal symbol that serves as a reminder to build healthy eating patterns by making healthy choices across the food groups

Close to half of our added sugar intake comes from ___________________.

beverages

Many Americans do not consume enough of this key nutrient: _________________. It is commonly found in almost all dairy products.

calcium

True of false. Over half of the U.S. population is recommended to consume less than 1,500 mg of sodium per day.

true

True or false: Diet and physical activity play a role in the development of certain chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease and cancer.

true