134 Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Objectives After studying this chapter, you will be able to • name benefi ts of making healthy choices • explain how to use Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs), the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and the MyPlate food guidance system as diet planning resources to meet daily needs • identify your recommended daily intake from each food group in MyPlate • list tips to use when shopping for and preparing foods and • choose healthy options when eating out. Reading Prep Before you begin reading this chapter, consider how the author developed and presented infor- mation. How does the information provide the foundation for the next chapter? Content Terms Build Vocab Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) Dietary Guidelines for Americans eating pattern calorie balance nutrient dense empty calories MyPlate processed food Chapter 8 Making Healthy Choices SnowWhiteimages /Shutterstock.com Academic Terms Build Vocab curb outlook sedentary modest