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Hosted by Gene Washington, former football star with the 49ers, and Stanford nutritionist Mia Clark, this upbeat video proves that healthful eating does not mean depriving yourself of your favorite foods. The key is to control how much and how often and to achieve a balance between low and high fat foods. Mia points out the flaws in Americans' eating habits: a tendency to favor rich foods like meat, cheese, sauces, etc., along with a tendency to skimp on fruits, vegetables and starches. Gene's comment that his main difficulty is knowing "how much" motivates Mia to share guidelines for serving sizes and frequency on red meat, eggs, and dairy products. Dramatic vignettes complement the narration by showing individuals who have successfully modified their shopping and eating habits: two men are shown reading labels in the grocery and comparing products with regard to nutritional value.

Following a discussion of the importance of fiber, Gene and Mia go out to lunch at a restaurant to demonstrate how to put together a meal that is high in nutritional value. They explain their choices with regard to the goals of reducing fat and salt intake. Mia discusses fats, oils, and fast foods, and a dramatic vignette illustrates how a fast food addict learned to order sensibly in a fast food restaurant and shares hints about risk reduction in that environment.

Color, 15 minutes, VHS

Price : $99.00