Nutritional Guidelines and Healthy Eating

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What does 'balanced diet' mean?
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A balanced diet includes a variety of foods in the right proportions to provide necessary nutrients.
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What is MyPlate?
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MyPlate is a guideline by the USDA to help make healthy food choices, showing portions of different food groups.
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Name the food groups shown on MyPlate.
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The food groups are fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy.
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How many servings of fruits and vegetables should you have daily?
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At least five servings of fruits and vegetables are recommended daily.
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What is the importance of portion control in a diet?
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Portion control helps manage calorie intake and maintain a healthy weight.
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What is a common guideline for limiting sugar intake?
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One guideline is to limit added sugars to less than 10% of daily calories.
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Why is it important to read food labels?
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Reading food labels helps you understand the nutritional content and make healthier choices.
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What is meant by ‘whole foods’?
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Whole foods are minimally processed and have no added artificial ingredients.
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Name a benefit of eating whole foods over processed foods.
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Whole foods generally contain more nutrients and fiber.
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What is a calorie?
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A calorie is a unit of energy that measures how much energy food provides.
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Why is it important to have healthy snacks?
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Healthy snacks provide nutrients and energy between meals, helping keep hunger at bay.
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Give an example of a healthy snack.
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Apple slices with peanut butter are a healthy snack.
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What are empty calories?
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Empty calories come from foods or drinks with little to no nutritional value, mostly from sugars and fats.
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Name a drink that provides empty calories.
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Soda provides empty calories.
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How can planning meals help improve nutritional habits?
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Meal planning can help you make healthier choices, avoid unhealthy temptations, and save time and money.
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