Requirement 2: Nutrition/MyPlate (Part B: Empty Calories) (Updated 2016, but still needs updated worksheet and check MyPlate links)

2B OIL & SUGAR

Explain why you should limit your intake of oils and sugars.

• TIPS:

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• RESOURCES (Right now the only ones that work are the ones with the -- in front.  You should be able to find what you need there and I'll update these as soon as I can):
• --What are empty calories?
  How do I Count Empty Calories
  Chart:  Serving Sizes (sort of)
  OILS
  What are Oils (and other fats)
  What are Solid Fats
  How Are Oils Different from Solid Fats
  Why it's Important to Consume Oils
  Chart:  How much is best for me?
  Chart:  What Counts As a Teaspoon
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SUGAR
• What Counts as Added Sugar?
  --Tips to Reduce Sugar Intake
• --Sugar Side Effects

--What are empty calories? (Same as above)
How do I Count Empty Calories
Chart:  Serving Sizes (sort of)

Keep an eye on STARCH too.  (simple carbs)