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Nutrition
The Nutrition Plate
grains
the biggest group
high in carbohydrates
easy to convert to energy
whole grains recommended
much healthier
examples
rice
cereals
wheat
cornmeal
protein
meat
good source of protein
examples
high in fat
meat
nuts
low in fat
lean meat
fish
beans
vegetables
source of vitamins and minerals
should make up half of your plate
different forms
cooked
raw
frozen
juiced
fruits
rich in vitamins and fiber
satisfy your appetite with low calories
dairy
good source of protein and calcium
examples
products made of milk
yogurt
cheese
Key to a healthy diet
balanced diet
food from each food group
humans
heterotrophic
get nutrients by eating food
food groups
fats
contain calories and energy
healthy if from fish and vegetables
carbohydrates
used as fuel to keep the body going
protein
build new parts
repair old parts
Importance of exercise
calories
energy in fats
more than in other nutrients
extra calories
extra energy
extra fat
exercise
one hour each day
burn calories
no extra fat