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Looking back to my diet over the days I documented, I ate a lot of foods high in saturated fat, cholesterol, fiber, and protein. The reason for this is because my diet consists mainly of dairy products, meats, and grains. Since I do not have a lot of fruits and vegetables in my diet I lack the key nutritious compounds such as vitamins and minerals that fruits and vegetables provide. Since I have a large content of fatty foods in my diet, it is recommended I eat a lot healthier. My diet is rich is saturated fat, eating too much saturated fat is one of the major risk factors for heart disease. A diet high in saturated fat causes cholesterol to build up in the arteries. Too much fat also increases the risk of heart disease because of its high calorie content which can lead to obesity and many other cancers. However, my diet is high in protein and fiber which displays a positive effect on the body. Diets rich in protein help to repair and strengthen muscle tissue, decrease blood pressure, reduce cholesterol levels, lower glucose levels, and aid in the formation of healthy skin and hair cells. Diets rich in soluble fiber, such as mine, help clear cholesterol in the body, therefore, fiber reduces cholesterol levels and decreases the risk of cardiovascular disease. . My recommendations to improve my diet and my overall health are as follows. I was instructed to choose a diet filled with lean, protein-rich foods such as soy, fish, skinless chicken, very lean meat, and fat-free or 1% dairy products. This would decrease my intake of saturated fat and other unhealthy fats. I should also eat foods that are naturally low in fat such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. This would give me the vital vitamins and minerals I am missing in my diet from not having enough fruits and vegetables. Limiting fried foods, processed foods, and commercially prepared baked goods such as donuts, cookies, crackers; will prevent the intake of hydrogenated foods which are loaded with unhealthy fats.
 * 4. You Are What You Eat**! **(Double Project)**

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