On average, students do not meet all of the USDA recommendations for daily consu

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On average, students do not meet all of the USDA recommendations for daily consumption. In order to maintain recommended levels for certain nutrients and improve intake for other nutrients, students need to know what to aim for.

session.masteringhealthandnutrition.com MasteringNutrition MasteringHealth MasteringNutrition: CH 07 CHO GetFitGraphic: Do Students Make the Grade When it Comes to Healthy Eating? previous l 1 of 10 | next» folate 1. Most students consume an appropriate amount of The USDA recommends 10-35% of calories come carbohydrate from this macronutrient, which is found in meat, milk, soy, and many other foods. fiber daily consumption. This 2. Forty-five to sixty-five percent of calories is what the USDA recommends for macronutrient should supply most of your energy requirements as well as fiber for proper bowel function and other health benefits protein calcium 3. Healthy eating habits include keeping consumption of within 25-35% of calories, while increasing heart- healthy oils and decreasing saturated fats. cholesterol total fat 4. Most students consume an acceptable amount of in their diets by keeping it under 300 mg a day fruits and vegetables 5. Found in fruit, vegetables, bran, nuts, seeds, and more, consume enough of. Consuming about 31 g (38 g for colege-aged men and 25 g for colege-aged women) a day can help reduce risk of disease and obesity. is an important nutrient that students do not 6. A range of 1500-2300 mg a day is what the USDA recommends for consumption, but unfortunately students exceed this amount by over 1000 mg on average, per day is a very important mineral for the body, but on average students need to consume about 2000 mg more to meet the 4700 mg per day USDA recommendation 8. Spinach, kale, and broccoli are good sources of and can help you achieve the 400 mcg per day the USDA recommends. 9. According to USDA recommendations for daily consumption (1000 mg) students make the grade. Good sourcas include milk, cheese, and dark leafy greens. Submit My Answers Give Up

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1. Protein.

2.Carbohydrate

3. Fruits and vegetables

4.Cholestrol

5.Fiber

6.Total fat

7.Sodium

8.Potassium

9.Folate

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