Exam 3 Flashcards
Milk and Milk Alternatives
Almond milk is low in calories
skim milk has least amount of saturated fat
cows milk has more protein than plant based milk
seafood and poultry
omega-3s are good for heart and brain
2 servings of 3-4 oz of fatty fish per week
antibiotics in poultry can lead to antibiotic resistance
eggs and cheese
high amounts of proteins in eggs
ricotta cheese has highest amount of protein
parmesan cheese has highest fat
Meats
iron and b vitamins are from meats
filet mignon is the healthiest cut
meats can be high in saturated fat
Artificial Sugars
fruits are natural sugars
20,000 times sweeter than natural sugar
max added sugar for women 25 g men 36 g
Whole grains
whole grain bread should have at least 2g fiber
whole grain has more minerals and vitamins than white bread
some flours have more protein than others
Breads and Flour
oats lower cholesterol
only ppl with celiac disease benefit from gluten free diet
ppl with celiac cannot have rye, barley, and wheat
Alternative Proteins
plant based diets have lots of vitamins minerals and fibers
vegans have no meat products in diet
impossible burger is not healthier than regular burger