Food pyramids are commonly used to teach individuals how to eat a healthy, balanced diet. There are no mandatory foods required by food pyramids, rather, a variety of choices are highlighted by food groups. Individuals should eat different foods...
If you are like more than half of the U.S. population, you may be taking at least one of more than 3,000 available over-the-counter food supplements as insurance against vitamin deficiency or disease. None offers the full benefit of nutrients that...
Much of the food consumed in the United States is imported, including an estimated 60 percent of fresh fruits and 80 percent of seafood, according to a March 2011 article in Scientific American. Before January 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug...
When it comes to health and wellness, a balanced and healthy diet is crucial. In the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, experts outline several healthy foods that everyone should include in their diet. For optimal health benefits, combine a...
Kids need fuel to keep both their bodies and brains functioning. Eating regularly improves focus and concentration. The right foods also help children stay alert through long afternoons of classes and strengthen the immune system so they miss...
Use the Food Guide Pyramid to learn about nutrition, balancing your diet and living an active and healthy lifestyle. Follow the guidelines to ensure that your food intake contains the right amount of calories, vitamins, nutrients and minerals to...
Certain foods need to be included in a well-balanced diet in order to supply the nutrients your hair needs to be healthy, according to the Mayo Clinic. To avoid poor nutrition, do not concentrate on eating just one type of food, since poor...
Weight loss is a gradual process, but you can take steps to maximize the efficiency of your efforts. Exercising and eschewing sugary drinks and other sources of empty calories is important, and being careful about the foods you do eat is essential...
When foods are digested, they are classified as either acid or alkaline producing by nature. This is measured by the pH value of the remains after food has been metabolized. While it is important to consume both acid and alkaline foods to keep pH...
The macronutrients --- protein, carbohydrates and fats --- all play significant roles in building muscle, and it is difficult to distinguish one as being more important than the other. Moreover, to build muscle, you have to do more than eat proper...
You think you're eating for two, but that second person does not need much to grow and thrive. Your body needs 300 extra calories a day, according to the American Pregnancy Association, and those extra calories should come from nutrient-rich...
There's no shortage of information on the foods you should avoid while pregnant -- such as soft cheeses, deli meats and unpasteurized milk -- but what about the foods you should eat? Making sure your pregnancy diet is rich in certain food types...
The MyPyramid was developed by the USDA in 2005 and updated in 2010. It is a detailed nutrition and physical activity plan based on the "Dietary Guidelines for Americans,' a document produced by the USDA and U.S. Department of Health and Human...
For losing weight and living longer, your best choice might be a type of diet that isn't centered on counting calories, fats or carbohydrates. As explained by Forbes' health writer Johnny Bowden, populations from around the globe have thrived on...
Iron is the most abundant trace mineral in your body. A woman's body contains approximately 2,300 mg of iron, whereas a man's body contains about 4,000 mg of iron. The iron in your body performs several vital functions. In order to ensure that the...
Eating healthfully means consuming only the foods and drinks that are appropriate to your nutritional needs. Following a healthy diet provides your body with all of the energy and nutrients it needs to maintain healthy organs and to function...
One of the most recognized and important minerals, especially for athletes and physically active people, is iron. This mineral plays several key roles in bodily functions, and its absence in the diet can have dire consequences. It is found in food...
Vitamins are chemical compounds in food that provide nutrients for supporting body functions and preventing disease. Various foods contain any of the 13 vitamins that play a role in energy production and growth, working alone or together for a...
A well-balanced diet consists of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals and other trace nutrients. Each of these factors is required by your body to produce healthy cells that help prevent disease. Your body uses the food you eat by...
The foods you eat impact a wide range of areas of your life including your weight, your risks for disease and the health and regularity of your digestive system. Tracking the foods you eat can play an important role in ensuring that your diet is...
Food packaging accounts for nearly 32 percent of all household waste in the United States, according to Earth911. This packaging consists of cans, bottles, boxes and bags used to store your favorite foods and beverages, as well as takeout...
The foods that you eat contain macronutrients, which include proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Macronutrients are the components of food that provide your cells with energy. You must consume them in relatively large quantities to maintain cellular...
You may have tried diet after diet trying to rid yourself of those unwanted pounds. It can become frustrating and overwhelming when long-term weight loss fails. One tool that is often put aside in weight loss efforts is keeping a food journal. A...
Mixing foods with enzymes or microorganisms that change the chemical composition of foods is called fermentation. While you might not consider fermented foods to be part of your daily diet, they probably are, since bread, yogurt and cheese all...
The word fat often carries negative connotations, however, fat is actually an essential part of a balanced diet. In addition to contributing to satiation, fat provides the body with energy, allows the absorption of important nutrients and...
Dietary fiber is a part of plants that cannot be broken down and absorbed by the digestive system. Fruits, vegetables, grains and legumes are all sources of dietary fiber. Fiber plays an important role in your body, assisting in the digestive...
A balanced diet contains regular servings of foods from all major groups, including grains, dairy, proteins, fruits and vegetables. All such foods offer some protective value and health boost, but foods that are richest in vitamins, minerals,...
Puberty marks the start of the teenage growth spurt, with increased nutrient demands to support growth and development. For teens involved in athletics, the need for healthful foods and fluids is even greater. To support exercise, an active teen...
Exposure to sunlight is the primary source of vitamin D, but with increasing awareness of the risk of skin cancer and the importance of using sunscreen, it's possible you are not getting enough sunlight. Natural food sources are limited, but a...
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