chapter 4 nutrition 6 th grade health mrs. lieb journal entry #1 make a list of the foods you eat...
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Chapter 4
Nutrition 6th Grade Health
Mrs. Lieb
Journal Entry #1Make a list of the
foods you eat often. Explain, What do you think influences your food choices.
Journal Entry #2Write a letter to your
classmates explaining the benefits of good nutrition. Why is good nutrition important and what counts as good nutrition.
“Your Body is Like A Car, You need Nutrients to Fuel Up”
CarbohydratesVitaminsProteinsFatsMineralsWater
Nutrition
The process of taking food in and using it for:
•Energy•Growth•Good Health
6 Classes Of Nutrients
Nutrients
Carbs Water
ProteinsFats
MineralsVitamins
Nutrients Carbohydrates- Primary energy source
• Complex: bread, rice, pasta, beans and other vegetables
• Simple: fruits, milk, table sugar Fats-body needs some, keep skin healthy Vitamins-fight disease, regulate body functions Minerals- help body grow, calcium helps build teeth
and bones Water- 45%-75% of body weight, carries nutrients
around the body, helps digestion, removes waste and cools you off
Proteins- Building blocks your body needs for growthfish, chicken, beef, eggs, milk
Journal Entry #3What do you think the food
guide pyramid represents? What is the importance of knowing the food guide pyramid?
WEBQUEST Log On Kidshealth.org Click On for Kids Search Nutrition Mission Nutrition Play Mission Nutrition Game Reflection on Game
Eating Right Every Day
Eating healthful foods can help you be healthy. You should eat foods that provide you with plenty of nutrients and avoid foods with too much sugar , salt and fat.
FOOD GUIDE PYRAMID
A System designed to help American make healthful food choices.
MY PLATE
Webquest
http://www.choosemyplate.gov/children-over-five.html
READ ALL Bullets under My Plate Section on the top Left side (Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, Proteins, Dairy & Oil)
Complete Web Quest after reading all information
Fruit
Fruits provide us with vitamins, minerals, and carbohydrates.
Low in Calories food choiceEx) Bananas, strawberries,
oranges, apples and kiwi
Vegetables
Low in calories food choice Good vitamins for our bodies Broccoli, peas, carrots, mushrooms
etc.
Meats, Beans, and Nuts
Vitamins from the meat group affect your growth, appetite, energy and digestion.
Ex) beef, pork, poultry
Milk, Yogurt, and Cheese
Good source of CalciumCalcium= strong teeth and
bonesEx) milk, cottage cheese,
yogurt, ice cream
Bread and Pasta Group
Good source of fiberEx) pasta, wheat bread,
pretzels, cereal
Fats, Oils, and Sweets
Use sparinglyEx) fatty foods, fried foods, ice
cream, cake etc.
Snacks
You should eat 2-3 snacks a day
Healthy snacks include- yogurt, cheese and crackers, fruit and vegetables
Journal Entry # 4
Why do you think it is important to maintain a healthy weight?
Lesson 4Managing Your Weight
Achieving a Healthful Weight Weight Problems and Teens Body Image and Teens Eating Disorders