NUTR 313 Chapter Notes - Chapter 5: Nutrient Density, Malnutrition, Overnutrition
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Consume a variety of foods balanced by a moderate intake of each food: what you should eat to minimize the risk of developing the nutrition-related diseases seen in north america. Control how much you eat, pay attention to what you eat (whole grains, fruits, and vegetables), and stay physically active. The basics of a healthful diet are: variety, balance, and moderation. Monitoring total calorie intake is also important, especially if unwanted weight gain is taking place. Variety: no one food meets all your nutrient needs. You need a variety of foods in your diet because the required nutrients are scattered among many foods. Functional foods: a family of foods that are rich in phytochemicals (super foods), provide health benefits beyond those supplied by the traditional nutrients it contains. Select foods from each of these groups every day: grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, protein.
