Margaret, an elderly woman, needs to limit her kcalorie intake without sacrificing needed nutrients. Keeping in mind MyPyramid, which of the following could she do?

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Margaret should carefully select foods that are rich in nutrients but low in kcalories to meet her nutritional needs while limiting her kcalorie intake. Eliminating a whole food group or macronutrient (such as carbohydrates or dairy foods) is not necessary and could lead to nutrient deficiencies. Counting kcalories can be a useful tool, but it is important to also consider MyPyramid recommendations and choose a variety of nutrient-dense foods from all food groups.

Margaret, an Elderly Woman, Needs to Limit Her Kcalorie Intake