Eating Healthy

Dietary Guidelines Quiz

Find out how much you know about the newest dietary guidelines and how they differ from the old food pyramid.
Food Quiz

Answer this one: Which ethnic food offers healthy, low-fat choices?
Trans Fat Facts and Fiction

Think all fats are alike? Think again. Take this quiz to learn about trans fats and their impact on your health.

Did You Know?

Substitute liquid vegetable oil for saturated fat when you sauté and bake, the American Heart Association says. Use low-fat or nonfat milk in sauces and mashed potatoes.

Learning About Fats
Some fat in your diet is essential for good health, but Americans get up to 40 percent of their total caloric intake from fat. Nutrition experts say that's too much.

Making Healthy Food Choices
For good nutrition, make half the grains you eat each day whole grains. Choose a variety of fruits and vegetables; keep your protein lean; and don't forget calcium-rich foods.

Cooking for a Low-Fat Lifestyle
With a little experimentation in the kitchen, you'll find little difference in taste between the original dishes and your modified lighter ones.

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