Dietary Self-Assessment
Contents
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Learning Objectives
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Major Recommendations
Manage Weight
Foods and Food Components to Reduce
Foods and Nutrients to Increase
Recommendations for Specific Population Groups
Women capable of becoming pregnant
Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
Individuals ages 50 years and older
Building Healthy Eating Patterns
General Recommendations for Adults
My Plate
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Basic Concepts
Nutrient-dense vs. Energy-dense Food
Calorie Needs of Adults
CDC Recommendations for Physical Activity
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Dietary Self-Assessment
1. Pre-assessment Reflection
2. BMI Calculation
BMI For Adults Widget
3. MyPlate 24-hour Recall
Estimating Portion Size
4. Interpreting Your Results
Next Steps
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Additional Resources
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