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Nutritional education will be provided throughout the camp.
For optimal health one must provide the body with a balanced diet that consist of all the essential nutrients.
The (6) categories of nutrients:
1. Proteins
2. Carbohydrates
3. Water
4. Fat
5. Vitamins
6. Minerals
The media has made a mess of what to eat and not to eat. For optimal health the body needs all six of the nutrients listed above.
The threat of heart attack, stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol can all be reduced by eating a healthy diet and exercise.
As a general rule avoid foods that have any Trans fats and those foods that have high amounts of saturate fat.
Eat lean meats, poultry, beans, and nuts. These foods are a good source of protein.
Drink eight glasses of water a day.
Complex carbohydrates are provide by foods such as fruits and vegetables. whole grains, beans, oats, sweet potatoes. These foods also provide the body with fiber that is healthy for digestion.
The minerals, vitamins, and fats needed are provided by the foods listed above.
Avoid foods that are enrich and have a high sugar content. Avoid the whites stuff, ( sugar, salt, and enriched bleached carbohydrates.
Watch Your Portions!
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