Tutorial 10.1 Healthy Foods to Eat

For optimal health and nutrition, it's recommended to consume a variety of foods that are high in nutrients. Here are some of the best foods to include in your diet:

1. Fruits and Vegetables: These are high in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They should form a significant part of your diet.
2. Whole Grains: Foods like brown rice, oatmeal, and whole grain bread are excellent sources of fiber and can help maintain a healthy digestive system. 
   
3. Beans and Legumes: These are rich in protein and fiber, making them a great choice for vegetarians and vegans. 
   
4. Lean Meats: Lean meats provide a good source of protein and essential nutrients without the high fat content of other meats.
5. Nuts and Seeds: These are packed with healthy fats, fiber, protein, and various important nutrients.
6. Dairy Products: They are high in calcium and vitamin D, which are essential for bone health.
   
7. Seafood: Fish and other seafood are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for heart and brain health.
8. Eggs: They are among the most nutritious foods on the planet, containing a little bit of almost every nutrient you need.

Remember, the key to a healthy diet is variety. By eating a wide range of foods, you can ensure that you're getting a balanced intake of nutrients.

Quiz

10.6 Nutritionist. Match the food product to their associated benefits.

            Fruit & Veges             Helps to maintain healthy digestive system

            Whole Grains             Essential for Brain Health

            Dairy                          Should form significant part of diet

            Seafood                      Essential for Bone Health

10.7 Food Sleuth. What food contains small amounts of almost every nutrient you need?

10.8 Reverse these words to identify the three food groups with the highest protein content for the balanced diet. 

            [ s n a e b  n d a  s e m u g e l ] 

            [ n a e l  s t a e m ] 

            [ s t u n  d n a  s d e e s ]

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