Planning a Diet for Fitness and Wellness Chapter Eight Planning a Diet for Fitness and Wellness

Dietary Guidelines for Americans Adequate nutrients within calorie needs Weight management Physical activity Foods groups to encourage Fats Carbohydrates Sodium and Potassium Alcoholic Beverages Food Safety Key Recommendations:

MyPyramid Food Guide

The Nutrition Facts Label Serving Sizes Calories from Fat % Daily Value Fat Cholesterol Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Vitamins and Minerals

Comparing Your Diet Think about the foods you typically eat - do you usually have a balanced diet? How often do you include the following foods: Fast Food “Junk” Food Snacking

Nutrition Fallacies Bottled water is safer from impurities. When you eat less, your stomach shrinks. Natural herbs can melt pounds away without diet or exercise.

Planning a Diet for Fitness & Wellness Diet is related to achieving an optimal level of health and fitness. Making wise food choices is the key to good nutrition. Use the Dietary Guidelines, MyPyramid Food Guide, and the Nutrition Facts Label in making your food selections. Return to Chapter Menu