Chapter

Building Healthy Eating Patterns

From Human Nutrition by Human Nutrition

Concepts

1. Food Choices

   "It is not just ourselves, the food industry, and federal government that shape our choices of food and physical activity, but also our sex, genetics, disabilities, income, religion, culture, educatio

2. Myplate

   "For many years, the US government has been encouraging Americans to develop healthful dietary habits. In 1992 the Food Pyramid was introduced, and in 2005 it was updated. This was the symbol of healt

3. Nutrition Tips

   "Interested in another reliable source for nutrition and health information? The “Got Nutrients?” website highlights the importance of meeting essential nutrient needs in order to maintain optimum hea