FSHN 150 8/26/15Implications for modern diets- Increaseo Whole nonprocessed plant foods and fibero Variety of foodso Exercise o Healthy fats-omega 3 and monounsaturated fats - Decrease o Saturated fat, sodium, simple sugars, and refined grains Eat more of- Whole grains- Potassium- Vitamin D- Dairy- Fruits- Vegetables- Fiber Eat less of- Sodium- Refined grains- Saturated fatWhat Macronutrient is the body’s major fuel source?Six classes of nutrition- Nutrient-specific substance that must be taken into the body in sufficient amounts to meet body’s needs---(essential)- Carbohydrates (CHO)- Fats (lipids)- Protein (amino acids) - Vitamins minerals- Water Sub group of nutrients- Energy yielding nutrientso CHOo Proteinso Lipids - Nutrients for growth, development, and maitnenceo Proteino Lipidso Vitaminso Mineralso Water - Regulates body processeso Same as
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