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Nutrition Guidance

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Getting Nutrition Guidance

For years, the food pyramid has been used as a guide to healthy eating.

However, today’s diets are far more diverse. Many commonly eaten foods across cultures—such as tortillas, bok choy, edamame, and spices—are not represented, making the guidelines harder for many people to follow. Nutrition experts have also questioned whether the pyramid reflects current research, noting its heavy emphasis on dairy and meat and limited focus on plant-based and whole foods.

Modern nutrition is not one-size-fits-all. People benefit most from personalized dietary guidance that considers cultural food choices, lifestyle, and individual health needs.

Nutrition & Wellness Guidance

Healthy Eating Myths Explained: What Your Body Really Needs

A large number of people experience stomach pain, bloating, gas, or diarrhea after consuming milk and dairy products. This happens due to lactose intolerance, a condition where the body cannot properly digest milk sugar.

  • Nearly 90% of Asians, 70% of African-Americans and Native Americans, and 50% of Latinos are lactose intolerant

  • Avoiding dairy often leads to low calcium intake, which is essential for strong bones

  • Many people stop dairy without replacing it with other calcium-rich foods

Good news: You don’t need milk to maintain healthy bones.

Calcium is vital for bone strength, especially for women. If dairy doesn’t suit you, there are excellent alternatives.

Calcium-rich options include:

  • Broccoli, collard greens, spinach, and other dark leafy vegetables

  • Lactose-free milk products

  • Yogurt and buttermilk, which contain natural bacteria that help digest lactose

These options help you meet your calcium needs without digestive discomfort.

👉 Talk to your doctor about the best calcium sources for your body.

Not all fats are bad. In fact, healthy fats protect your heart and support overall wellness.

  • Unsaturated fats improve cholesterol levels

  • Mediterranean diets, known for heart health, contain higher healthy fat intake

  • Saturated fats are the real concern, not healthy oils

Best fats to include:

  • Canola oil and fish oil

  • Nuts, seeds, avocados

  • Fatty fish like salmon and mackerel

Limit: butter, cream, palm oil, coconut oil, and animal fats.

Nuts are often grouped with meat due to protein content, but they offer unique health benefits.

Why nuts are special:

  • Rich in antioxidants, fiber, and vitamin E

  • Linked to lower risk of heart disease and certain cancers

  • Plant-based and heart-friendly

Healthy nut choices include:

  • Almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, pecans

  • Brazil nuts and cashews

⚠️ Nuts are calorie-dense, so portion control is important.

Different cultures and lifestyles need different dietary approaches.

  • Alternative food pyramids exist for Arabic, Russian, Mediterranean, and other diets

  • Nutrition guidelines should work for all ages and backgrounds

  • Personal preferences and medical needs matter

What’s important is balance, not perfection.

Despite all the diet trends, the fundamentals remain the same.

Key healthy habits:

  • Eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables daily

  • Choose whole grains over refined foods

  • Reduce added sugars and unhealthy fats

  • Focus on fiber-rich, natural foods

These simple steps form the foundation of long-term health.

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