Human Nutrition: Discussion 2

 Reflect on your dietary intake and answer the following questions:

• Are you conscientious of your sugar intake?  Why or not? 
• What is your main source of fiber on a daily basis?  Is it enough?  If not, what steps can you take to increase your daily intake? 
• What is your perception of dietary fat - is it good for you or dangerous?  
• Do you monitor your fat intake?  Why or why not? 
• Do you monitor your cholesterol levels and is high cholesterol a concern for you?  
• Are you conscientious about which oils you consume and cook with? 
  • Olive Oil, Avocado Oil, and Coconut Oil are Omega 3's and ANTI-inflammatory while vegetable oils are high in Omega 6's and pro-inflammatory.