Evaluate your physical activity level. How much are you exercising on a regular basis? What is the recommended amount of exercise for you? Are you getting enough? If not, come up with a plan to integrate some/more physical activity into your life. If so, can your physical activity be improved? With your gender and current physical activity level, what is your daily energy (caloric) needs? Please cite a reliable source for determining your caloric needs.
Nutrient density is getting the most nutrients for the fewest calories. Look up the calories and calcium content of 1 cup of whole milk and 1 cup of 2% milk (This information can be found in Appendix E in the back of your text). What is the calorie savings of switching from whole milk to 2%? Is calcium content reduced? Are any other nutrients decreased? What would be the calorie savings in a week's time for a person who drank 2 cups a day of 2% milk rather than whole?
Select 3 nutrition labels from foods you regularly consume. Identify the serving size of each. Do you normally eat the suggested serving size or do you eat more/less? Which food has the highest nutrient density? Please include a picture of the labels or link to the nutrition information online.