MyPlate and Health Impact Practice Flashcards

Vocabulary terms and their health impacts based on the MyPlate guidelines transcript.

Vegetables and fruits

Parts of a healthy diet that may reduce risk for heart disease, including heart attack and stroke, and protect against certain types of cancers.

Whole grains

Foods that can reduce the risk of constipation and improve weight management; they should make up at least $\frac{1}{2}$ of the grains consumed every day.

Protein foods

A variety of foods that are excellent for your heart, especially when they are low in saturated fat.

Dairy products

Intake of these is linked to improved bone health and may reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

Saturated fats

Fats that raise "bad" cholesterol levels in the blood and increase the risk for coronary heart disease.

Empty calories

Sources of calories like added sugars that should be skipped in favor of nutrient-dense foods.