Dietary Guidelines for Americans

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  1. 3. Eating these types of foods will lead to a better life and less risk of chronic diseases
  2. 4. 2,300 milligrams per day—and even less for children younger than age 14.
  3. 5. Choose ones that are dark green, red, or orange as they have the most health benefits
  4. 7. How often the guidelines are updated
  5. 9. Less than 10 percent of calories per day starting at age 2
  6. 12. The combination of foods and beverages that constitutes an individual’s complete dietary intake over time.
  7. 13. Helps flavor foods while limiting added sugars, sodium, and saturated fats
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  1. 1. Types of foods that should be introduced around 6 months old
  2. 2. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans provides advice on what to eat and drink to meet nutrient needs, promote health, and prevent diseases
  3. 6. Less than 10 percent of calories per day starting at age 2. Avoid foods and beverages with added sugars for those younger than age 2.
  4. 8. Foods and beverages provide vitamins, minerals, and other health-promoting components and have little added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium.
  5. 10. Should be limited or drank in moderation if you are over the age of 21
  6. 11. What should be provided soon after birth to infants
  7. 14. Refers to the energy people get from the food and drink they consume, and the energy they use in physical activity.