Nutrition Facts and Healthy Eating

Patina Warner, a clinical dietitian, discusses the essentials of a heart-healthy diet, emphasizing the importance of dietary fiber, lean protein, and healthy fats. She provides guidance on selecting foods rich in these nutrients and offers tips on reading nutrition facts labels to make informed dietary choices. The presentation highlights the benefits of consuming plant-based foods, lean meats, and fish, while advising on limiting red meat and saturated fats.

What are the three main components of a heart-healthy diet discussed in the introduction?

• Sugars, salts, and oils

• Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats

• Vitamins, minerals, and water

• Dietary fiber, lean protein, and healthy fat

Which of the following is NOT a good source of dietary fiber?

• Chicken

• Legumes

• Nuts

• Whole grains

How many servings of fruits and vegetables are recommended per day?

• Five or more

• Three or more

• Four or more

• Two or more

Which of the following is a recommended method for cooking lean meats?

• Frying

• Boiling

• Baking or grilling

• Steaming

What is the recommended weekly limit for red meat consumption?

• 12 ounces

• 9 ounces

• 6 ounces

• 3 ounces

Which type of fat is considered the most heart-healthy?

• Saturated fat

• Trans fat

• Unsaturated fat

• Hydrogenated fat

Which of the following is a plant source of omega-3 fatty acids?

• Salmon

• Butter

• Walnuts

• Chicken

What should you check first when reading a nutrition facts label?

• Calories per serving

• Serving size

• Total fat

• Added sugars

What is considered a low sodium content per serving?

• Less than 100 mg

• Less than 200 mg

• Less than 240 mg

• Less than 140 mg

What is the maximum recommended amount of saturated fat per serving?

• 1 gram

• 2 grams

• 4 grams

• 3 grams