Women's Health

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  1. 2. This is the third cause of death for American women that proper nutrition can aid in preventing.
  2. 7. This is the number one cause of death for American women that proper nutrition can aid in preventing. (Hint: two words)
  3. 9. Many women, especially pregnant women, don't get enough of this mineral which is found in lean red meats and chicken, fortified cereals/breads, beans and spinach.
  4. 10. The amount of ______ women need is based on their physical activity level, age, height, weight and other unique health considerations, such as whether they're pregnant or breastfeeding.
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  1. 1. A healthy diet and weight can help protect you from many ______ diseases.
  2. 3. Most women do not consume enough of this nutrient which helps lower their risk for heart disease, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome and colon cancer.
  3. 4. Most girls ages 9 to 18 and women older than 50 need more ______ for good bone health.
  4. 5. ________ eating is a way of eating that improves your health and helps prevent disease.
  5. 6. _______ are more likely to have some health problems related to nutrition, such as celiac disease and lactose intolerance and vitamin and mineral deficiencies, such as iron-deficiency anemia.
  6. 8. We make ___ hundred decisions about food each day.