IN THE NEWS: People at the high end of the fiber-eating spectrum saw their risk for dying from heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and/or colon cancer plummet. Also, for the first time, the Mediterranean diet has won as 2019s best overall diet with the DASH diet coming in second and the Flexitarian diet coming in third. MAIN: Fueling the Workout for Teens and Adults. We review carbohydrates, protein, snacks, vitamins and minerals and sodium and their relationship they with athletics. TRIVIA: Fast food items ranked according to their sodium levels. The results will surprise you. LISTENER QUESTION: How long can I leave food out safely? We now offer DIETITIAN CONTINUING EDUCATION through our website. WEBSITE: www.lettuceexplain.com TWITTER:@LettuceExplain INSTAGRAM: @lettuceexplain FACEBOOK: @lettuceexplain EMAIL: lettuceexplain@gmail.com

#054:  Am I Eating Enough?

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