On The Topic Of Nutrition: Decide What Is Important To You

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On the topic of nutrition, decide what is important to you. Is it portions, reading a food label, eating for nutrition, paying special attention to the fat content, calories, dietary fiber, antioxidants or supplements? Please answer all the following questions below: First, choose a nutrition topic that relates to you and a change you need to make and not just "I need to eat more fruits and vegetables" because we all need that. But, research a topic and tell the class. You may create your own topic.

Write at least one paragraph. Secondly, include one of your favorite foods you like to eat and tell us why or why not you should be eating this particular food. Analyze the nutritional label by telling us whether it has too much fat, carbohydrates, protein, too much sugar, salt, etc. Use real numbers from the label and back up your statements. Full credit will not be given for this discussion until you have included: • information from a food label • numbers from a food label (carbohydrates, proteins, fats)

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Choosing a specific aspect of nutrition that resonates personally is crucial for fostering sustainable dietary habits. For me, paying close attention to food labels and understanding the nutritional content has been an essential focus because it directly influences my ability to make informed choices and improve my overall health. A particular change I need to implement is reducing my intake of added sugars, as I have noticed increasing fatigue and weight gain associated with high sugar consumption. Research indicates that excessive sugar intake can lead to various health issues such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases (Johnson et al., 2013). By learning to read and interpret nutrition labels, I can better monitor my sugar intake and avoid hidden sources of added sugars in processed foods.

One of my favorite foods is flavored yogurt, which I enjoy for its creamy texture and tangy flavor. However, I recognize that many flavored yogurts contain high levels of added sugars. For example, a typical 6-ounce flavored yogurt container often contains about 20 grams of sugar (American Heart Association, 2021). The label also shows that this yogurt has approximately 150 calories, 4 grams of fat, 25 grams of carbohydrates, and 6 grams of protein. While yogurt is generally a healthy source of calcium and probiotics, the high sugar content makes it less ideal as a daily snack. Consuming too much sugar can contribute to insulin resistance and weight gain, which I want to avoid. Therefore, choosing plain Greek yogurt and adding fresh fruits for sweetness could be a healthier alternative, allowing me to enjoy the nutritional benefits without the excess sugar. By analyzing the food label, I understand the importance of balancing nutritional content to maintain my health and meet my dietary goals.

References

  • American Heart Association. (2021). Sugar and Your Health. https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/sugar
  • Johnson, R. K., Appel, LJ, Brands, M., Howard, BV, Lefevre, M., Lustig, R., ... & Wylie-Rosett, J. (2013). Dietary sugars intake and cardiovascular health: A scientific statement from the American Heart Association. Circulation, 127(14), 1766-1774.
  • US Food and Drug Administration. (2021). How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label. https://www.fda.gov/food/nutrition-education-resources-materials/how-understand-and-use-nutrition-facts-label
  • World Health Organization. (2015). Guideline: Sugars intake for adults and children. WHO.
  • Mayo Clinic. (2022). Nutrition and healthy eating. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating
  • Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. (2018). The Nutrition Source: Added Sugar. https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-drinks/sugary-drinks/
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2020). How Much Sugar is Too Much? https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/data-statistics/know-your-limit-for-added-sugar.html
  • National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (2017). Your Sugar Intake and Diabetes. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/diet-eating-physical-activity
  • Healthline. (2022). The Truth About Sugary Yogurt. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/are-yogurts-healthy
  • US Department of Agriculture. (2020). Dietary Guidelines for Americans. https://dietaryguidelines.gov

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