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The Facts You
Need About
Protein, Calcium, and Sodium

Module 4 of a 5-Part Series

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Learn Answers to Common Nutrition Questions

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10 Minutes of Interactive Learning!

In this module, you’ll learn the answers to these key questions.

Should I Focus on Eating High-Protein Foods?

  • Do most people get enough protein?
  • Do I have to eat animal products to get all the protein I need?
  • Which foods are especially high in protein?
  • Is gluten a protein I should be concerned about? Should I consider a gluten-free diet?

What Are the Best Sources
of Vegan Protein?

  • Is it hard to get enough protein from plant-based sources?
  • Do I need to eat “complementary” vegan proteins with each meal?
  • What about soy as a source of vegan protein? Is it safe?

What’s So Special About Legumes?

  • How do legumes compare to meat and other forms of animal protein?
  • What benefits do legumes offer besides their protein content?
  • What are some good ways to incorporate legumes into my meals?

Which Foods Are Calcium Rich?

  • What functions does calcium have besides building strong bones and teeth?
  • Am I getting enough calcium in my diet? Should I take a calcium supplement?

How Can I Make Sure I’m Not Getting Too Much Sodium?

  • Is sodium really that big of a deal if I’m generally healthy?
  • What foods pack the most sodium in a typical U.S. diet?
  • Are there foods I can eat that help ease the effects of higher-sodium foods?

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Explore All the Modules in this Program

15 minutes
Module 1
Discover the Power of a Healthy Diet
15 minutes
Module 2
The Truth About Dietary Fat
15 minutes
Module 3
What You Should Know About Carbohydrates
10 minutes
Module 4
The Facts You Need About Protein, Calcium, and Sodium
18 minutes
Module 5
Simple Strategies for Healthy Eating
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