NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -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.

Detailed explanation-2: -The HSPH Healthy Eating Pyramid says: construct a baseline of regular exercise and controlled portions; then fill your plate with fresh vegetables and fruits, whole grain carbohydrates, and healthy fats and oils; and eat less red meat, refined grains, and sugary drinks.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fats, oils, and sweets are at the very top of the pyramid because these foods should be used sparingly. In general, these foods provide only calories, little else nutritionally.