HEALTHY EATING in the New Year The Foundation For The Gator Nation - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

HEALTHY EATING in the New Year The Foundation For The Gator Nation An Equal Opportunity Institution

 Weight Management  Feel Better Physically and Mentally  Support Active Lifestyle  Prevent or Control Chronic Health Problems Overweight/Obesity High Blood Pressure Cardiovascular Disease Diabetes Cancer 2

Note : The center (0) line is the goal or limit. For most, those represented by the orange sections of the bars, shifting toward the center line will improve their eating pattern. Data Source: What We Eat in America, NHANES 2007-2010 for average intakes by age-sex group. Healthy U.S.-Style Food Patterns, which vary based on age, sex, and activity level, for recommended intakes and limits.

Healthy Fork Management Focus Calorie on Food Balance Groups Decrease Fat, Sugar, and Salt 4

Calorie Balance

Senior Males average need = 2,000 – 2,400 calories Senior Females average need = 1,600 – 1,800 calories 6

Decrease Fat, Sugar, and Salt 7

Data Source: What We Eat in America (WWEIA) Food Category analyses for the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee. Estimates based on day 1 dietary recalls from WWEIA, NHANES 2009-2010.

Data Source: What We Eat in America (WWEIA) Food Category analyses for the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee. Estimates based on day 1 dietary recalls from WWEIA, NHANES 2009-2010.

Data Source: What We Eat in America (WWEIA) Food Category analyses for the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee. Estimates based on day 1 dietary recalls from WWEIA, NHANES 2009-2010.

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Add black or pinto • beans for increased protein and fiber Add more veggies like • bell peppers and corn for variety and nutrition 19

Recipe Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice 1. Rinse and remove the core from 1 medium cauliflower and let dry completely. Over processing Coarsely chop into florets, then place half of the cauliflower in a food processor and pulse until the cauliflower is small and has the texture of rice or couscous.. will make “rice” 2. Set aside and repeat with the remaining cauliflower. mushy. 3. Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat, add 1 tsp. olive oil, 2 diced scallions and 2 garlic cloves and sauté about 3 to 4 minutes, or until soft. 4. Raise the heat to medium-high. 5. Add the cauliflower “rice” to the saute pan. Cover and cook approximately 5 to 6 minutes, stirring Season with salt frequently, until the cauliflower is slightly crispy on the outside but tender on the inside. and pepper to taste. 6. Remove from heat and place in a medium bowl; toss with fresh cilantro and lime juice to taste . 20

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