Water-Soluble Vitamins: B-Complex and Vitamin C – 9.312
Print this fact sheet by J. Clifford and J. Curely * (12/19) Quick Facts… B-complex vitamins and vitamin C are water-soluble vitamins that are not stored in the body and must be consumed each day. These vitamins can be easily destroyed or washed out during food storage and preparation. The B-complex group is found in […]
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Vegetarian Diets – 9.324
Print this fact sheet by J. Clifford and A. Kozil* (9/17) Quick Facts… Following a vegetarian diet can be a healthful way to eat. Vegetarians are categorized by which animal foods are restricted in the diet. Nutritional requirements are the same for vegetarians and nonvegetarians but some nutrients require special attention. Vegetarianism includes a variety […]
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Sugar and sweeteners – 9.301
Print this fact sheet by J. Clifford & K. Maloney* (1/16) Quick Facts… The desirable taste for sugar is innate. The body does not distinguish between natural sugars and processed sugars. All sugars contain four calories per gram. In 2002, the average American consumed 152 pounds of sugar per year. Sugar is natural and nontoxic. […]
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Physical Activity for Health – 9.387
Print this fact sheet By: J. Zaveri, B. Blegen, W. Martinez, R. Perry, and J. Clifford (4/22) Quick Facts… The more people move the better. Doing some form of physical activity throughout the day is always better than doing none. To get the most health benefits, adults should partake in 150 to 300 minutes of […]
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Osteoporosis – 9.359
Print this fact sheet by J. Haas, L. Bellows* (7/14) Quick Facts… Osteoporosis is a process of severe bone deterioration resulting in a high susceptibility to bone fractures. It is most often seen in postmenopausal women, particularly light-skinned, small-framed women with a family history of osteoporosis. The loss of calcium from bones is the major […]
Take a TourNutrition Misinformation: How to Identify Fraud and Misleading Claims – 9.350
Print this fact sheet by L. Bellows and R. Moore* (9/13) Quick Facts Food fads, fad diets, health fraud, and misdirected health claims are all types of nutrition misinformation. A nutrition expert is known as a registered dietitian (RD) or a licensed dietitian (LD), and has a specialized degree in dietetics, nutrition, public health, or […]
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Nutrition for the Athlete – 9.362
Print This Fact Sheet by J. Clifford and K. Maloney* (7/15) photo by Ryan Smith (2011) www.flickr.com/photos/ruggin/7211065122/ Quick Facts… Athletes achieve peak performance by training and eating a balanced diet including a variety of foods. Carbohydrates and fat provide fuel for the body. The use of fat as a fuel source depends on the intensity […]
Take a TourNutrition and Oral Health – 9.321
Print this fact sheet by J. Clifford, L. Bellows and R. Moore** (8/17) Quick Facts… Regular check-ups and cleanings (twice a year) with a dentist are important steps in maintaining good oral health. Brush and floss teeth at least once a day–after each meal or snack is best. In communities with low fluoride levels in […]
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Nutrition and Aging – 9.322
Print this fact sheet by J. Clifford and L. Bellows* (7/15) Quick Facts… To stay healthy adults should eat a variety of foods. Calcium, fiber, iron, protein and vitamins A, B 12, C and folacin in the diet or in supplement form become more important as people age. To reduce calories, select nutrient-dense foods. Foods […]
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Iron: An Essential Nutrient – 9.356
Print this fact sheet by J. Clifford, K. Niebaum, L. Bellows* (7/15) Quick Facts… A lack of the nutrient iron in the diet may result in the development of iron deficiency anemia. The greatest need for iron is during growth or periods of blood loss. To meet dietary recommendations for iron: • Eat a variety […]
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