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Saturated Fat Danger

Can lead to diseases such as atherosclerosis, obesity, and heart disease.

Index Finger Portion

1 tsp (butter, oil, mayo).

Thumb Portion

1 tbsp (salad dressing, peanut butter, cream cheese).

Cupped Hand Portion

1 oz (chips, crackers, pretzels, ice cream, pasta).

Palm Portion

3 oz (chicken breast).

Fist Portion

1 Cup (cereal, soup, fruit, casserole).

Benefit of Food Colors

Ensures a variety of vitamins/minerals and helps mental health via serotonin boost.

Function of Protein

Mainly for muscles, skin, hair, and nails

Function of Fats

Acts as a lubricant for body’s organs and connective tissue.

Function of Carbohydrates

Main source of energy for the body.

Good Protein Sources

Lean meats like chicken and turkey, fish, eggs, and nuts.

Healthy Fat Sources

Olive oil, avocados, avocado oil, nuts, and fish oil.

Healthy Starch Sources

Potatoes, beans, peas, rice, and corn.

Significance of Serving Size

Everything else on the food label is based on this amount.

Significance of First Ingredient

It is what the food contains the most of.

Short vs. Long Ingredient List

Short lists are better because it means the food is less processed.

Front vs. Back of Package

Front is marketing to convince you to buy

High Fiber Foods

Whole grains, fruits, vegetables, beans, peas, legumes, nuts, and seeds.

Unsaturated Fat Examples

Olive oil, fish oil, avocado oil, avocado, and nuts.

Good Cholesterol Name

High Density Lipoproteins (HDL).

Bad Cholesterol Name

Low Density Lipoproteins (LDL).

RDA for Fiber

25-30g.

RDA for Sodium

2400 mg.

RDA for Sugar

30g.

Dangers of Keto Diet

Cardiovascular risk, damaged blood vessels (rising glucose), and low energy.

Simple vs. Complex Carbs

Simple spikes glucose and converts to fat

Blood Sugar

Glucose.

Fruit Sugar

Fructose.

Dairy Sugar

Lactose.

Table Sugar

Sucrose.