Nutrition
... in the newly refined pyramid tells us that we should use sparingly white rice, white bread, potatoes, and pastas, which was originally thought to have been a large part of one’s diet. The high carbohydrate diet also incorporates a high triglyceride level which is associated with heart disease. Another difference is the fats, which would be saturated and the oils, being unsaturated. The older pyramid tells us to cut both, but the newly refined one tells us that unsaturated fats or oils are good for the body. The old pyramid also does not make a distinction between red meats and poultry and fish. 2. Since about 75% of my daily intake comes from a cafeteria, which is based on carbohydrates, and has very little oils and vegetables, my diet does not fit well at all. I do however have about 2-3 servings of fruit and 1-2 servings of dairy. 3. The newer pyramid would be more difficul...