- The four types of carbohydrates are sugar, refined carbs, starch, and fiber. Fiber and healthy starches are healthier, while too much sugar and refined carbs are unhealthy.
- The three types of fats are unsaturated fat, saturated fat, and trans fat. Unsaturated fat is the healthiest, while trans fat is unhealthy.
- The two types of protein are animal protein and plant protein. Plant protein is usually healthier because it has less unhealthy fat.
- People should balance the three macronutrients by eating healthy carbohydrates, enough protein, and healthy fats in moderation.
- Eating too much protein and unhealthy fat may increase the risk of illness such as heart disease and obesity.
- People should not depend too much on multivitamin pills. It is usually better to get vitamins from natural foods.
- Examples of unhealthy foods are fried foods, candy, soda, and fast food because they contain too much sugar, unhealthy fat, or chemicals.
- Organic food is grown without chemical sprays and fertilizers, while non-organic food may use chemicals.
- The elimination diet is a temporary diet that removes common allergens and unhealthy additives. It should be used when someone wants to find foods causing health problems.
- “The Holy Four” means fruits, vegetables, herbs, and wild foods. These foods are considered very healthy and natural.
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