HUMAN NUTRITION

Detailed explanation-1: -In MyPyramid, foods are organized into five major groups and one miscellaneous category. The latter category includes fats, oils, and sweets, all of which should be consumed sparingly.

Detailed explanation-2: -Top Shelf: The revised Food Pyramid separates the Top Shelf from the rest of the pyramid. The Top Shelf includes foods and drinks high in fat, sugar and salt. These are not needed for good health and should not be consumed every day.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fats can be broken down into three main groups: Saturated fats. Unsaturated fats, and. Trans fats.

Detailed explanation-4: -Oils and sweets The foods at the top of the food pyramid should be eaten sparingly because they provide calories, but not much in the way of nutrition. These foods include salad dressings, oils, cream, butter, margarine, sugars, soft drinks, candies, and sweet desserts.