Nutrition and Meal Planning

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What is the difference between MyPyramid Plan and MyPlate?

MyPlate has no portion for 'oils' like MyPyramid (correct)

MyPyramid is for older adults, MyPlate is for young adults

MyPyramid has more food groups than MyPlate

MyPyramid has fewer food groups than MyPlate

What can you find on the www.myplate.gov website?

Only information about dairy products

Only games and recipes

Only information about protein foods

Practical information about foods, quizzes, video clips, and more (correct)

How many nutritionally adequate daily food patterns does MyPlate Plan have?

10 patterns

12 patterns (correct)

20 patterns

6 patterns

What is considered when developing an individual's dietary plan on MyPlate Plan?

Age, sex, physical activity level, and other personal information Signup and view all the answers

What do all MyPlate plans aim to limit?

Saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars Signup and view all the answers

How many cups of fruits are recommended for healthy 20-year-old females?

1.5–2 cups Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of calories remain after consuming recommended amounts of nutritious foods?

Less than 15% Signup and view all the answers

How many teaspoons of oils are recommended for healthy 20-year-old females?

5–6 tsp Signup and view all the answers

What can be consumed with the remaining calories after eating nutrient-dense foods?

Limited amounts of saturated fat and added sugars Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate amount of energy in two 12-ounce sugar-sweetened, cola-flavored, carbonated soft drinks?

300 kilocalories Signup and view all the answers

What was released by the USDA in 2005 to promote diet-related messages?

The MyPyramid Plan Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the website that replaced MyPyramid.gov?

MyPlate.gov Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for the USDA to simplify the original food guide in the mid-1950s?

To make it easier to understand Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the first food guide published by the USDA?

No specific name mentioned Signup and view all the answers

What was the main objective of the MyPyramid Plan?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

How many food groups were included in the “Basic Four”?

4 Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the USDA to replace the MyPyramid Plan with MyPlate in 2011?

No reason mentioned Signup and view all the answers

What is the main learning outcome of using MyPlate?

To develop nutritionally adequate daily menus Signup and view all the answers

What can people use to plan menus and ensure food variety, nutritional adequacy, and moderation?

MyPlate Signup and view all the answers

What is required to use dietary analysis software programs like NutritionCalc Plus?

A computer or smartphone and Internet access Signup and view all the answers

What can be challenging for older adults when using MyPlate?

Accessing the interactive website Signup and view all the answers

How can you classify menu items that combine small amounts of foods from more than one group?

By determining the ingredients and classifying each into an appropriate food group Signup and view all the answers

What can be used to estimate typical portions when using MyPlate?

Familiar objects such as a tennis ball and bar of soap Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of achieving a healthy weight according to MyPlate?

Engaging in physical activities Signup and view all the answers

What is tomatillo commonly used in?

Salsa verde (green sauce) Signup and view all the answers

What can tomatillos be added to?

Soups, salads, or omelettes Signup and view all the answers

Why is classifying foods that combine ingredients from different food groups challenging?

Because the ingredients represent portions of different food groups Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the recipe feature at the end of the chapter?

Recipe for Healthy Living Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of registered dietitian nutritionists when creating meal plans for clients with diabetes?

To create individualized, nutritionally adequate meal plans Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the carbohydrate counting method for diabetes management?

Counting carbohydrates Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Food List method for menu planning?

To develop a personalized meal plan Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between the Food List method and MyPlate?

The Food List method provides a general framework, while MyPlate offers personalized plans Signup and view all the answers

Why do Americans generally not meet MyPlate recommendations?

They do not eat enough fruits and vegetables Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the American Diabetes Association in diabetes management?

To provide information about carbohydrate counting Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate amount of calories in three medium tomatillos?

33 kcal Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the Food Lists for Diabetes and Weight Management?

To estimate the energy, protein, carbohydrate, and fat content of foods Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the federal agency responsible for helping Canadians achieve better health?

Health Canada Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why many Americans do not follow the Dietary Guidelines?

They do not understand the importance of choosing a variety of foods Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Nutrition Matters' section in Chapter 3?

To provide illustrations of various cultural and ethnic food pyramids Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended way to store bananas to keep them fresh for a longer period?

At room temperature Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the interactive guide provided by Health Canada?

Canada's Food Guide Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to control the amount of calories consumed?

To maintain a healthy weight Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of using the Food Lists for menu planning?

It allows for a wide variety of nutritious menus Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate amount of fiber in three medium tomatillos?

2 g Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Food Guides and Nutritionally Adequate Diets

The USDA has issued specific dietary recommendations for Americans for over 100 years.
The first food guide was published in 1943, based on RDAs for the general public.
The "Basic Four" food groups were introduced in the mid-1950s: milk, meats, fruits and vegetables, and breads and cereals.

MyPyramid Plan

The USDA released the MyPyramid Plan in 2005, which was a food guidance system based on Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2005.
The MyPyramid Plan emphasized the importance of physical activity and enabled consumers to monitor their activity levels.
The plan was replaced by MyPlate in 2011.

MyPlate

MyPlate is an interactive dietary and menu planning guide that focuses on five food groups: fruits, vegetables, protein foods, grains, and dairy.
MyPlate does not include a portion of the plate for "oils," but notes the need for fat in the diet.
The www.myplate.gov website provides a variety of diet-related tools, including games, recipes, quizzes, video clips, and "MyPlate Plan," an interactive tool for developing nutritionally adequate daily food plans.
MyPlate Plan has 12 different nutritionally adequate daily food patterns that supply from 1000 to 3200 kcal/day for people aged 2 and older.
Each food pattern is individualized to meet a person's age, sex, and physical activity level.

MyPlate Plan

MyPlate Plan limits intakes of saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars.
To use MyPlate Plan, users can visit the website and fill in information about their age, sex, weight, height, and estimated level of physical activity.
The plan provides one or two estimates of daily energy needs and indicates how much food to eat from each food group daily to meet recommended energy levels.

MyPlate Recommendations

Table 3.7 shows MyPlate's food intake recommendations for average, healthy 20-year-old adults.
The recommendations emphasize nutrient-dense foods and beverages and limit empty calories.
Following a healthy diet is just one aspect of achieving a healthy weight; physical activity is also important.

Challenges of Using MyPlate

Classifying menu items that combine a variety of foods from more than one group can be challenging.
Judging portion sizes without measuring cups and a scale can be difficult.
Estimating portion sizes using familiar objects, such as a tennis ball and a bar of soap, can be helpful.

Other Food Guides

The USDA's original Food Guide Pyramid inspired the development of other food pyramids for people who follow cultural and ethnic food traditions.
Health Canada has a food guide, "Canada's Food Guide," which is an interactive guide.
The typical American diet does not provide recommended amounts of fruit, vegetables, and dairy products.

Food Lists and Carbohydrate Counting

The Food Lists for Diabetes and Weight Management can be used to estimate the energy, protein, carbohydrate, and fat content of foods.
The Food Lists method categorizes foods into three broad groups: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
Within each group, the Food Lists suggest choices for each type of food, with specified amounts providing about the same amount of macronutrients and calories.
Carbohydrate counting is a popular tool for people with diabetes and obesity to manage their diets.

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Learn about MyPlate and Food Lists for planning nutritionally adequate daily menus. Understand the history of USDA dietary recommendations and how to use them for meal planning.