OUR SCHOOL SURVEY

EATING AND EXERCISE HABITS OF THE

STUDENTS IN OUR SCHOOL

WE ASKED: What is the most important meal of the day?

Students answered:

1%

19%

80%

TIP: Eat breakfast in the morning to provide your body with the needed fuel to get through the stresses and

activities until lunchtime

Students answered:

WE ASKED: How many meals do you have every day?

TIP:the myth of frequent, small meals is just that… a myth.There are no health benefits to eating more often, it doesn’t raise metabolism and it doesn’t improve blood glucose control. If anything, fewer meals is healthier.

22%

54%

24%

WE ASKED: How often do you drink milk?

Students answered:

20%16%

64%

TIP: Children and adolescents should drink at least two glasses of milk every day

WE ASKED: How often do you consume meat and poultry ?

WE ASKED: How often do you consume meat and poultry ?

Students answered:

48%

43%9%

TIP: Your body needs protein You can get much of this protein from non-meat sources. Non-meat protein sources often don't contain as much fat or

cholesterol as meat, especially red meat. If you're eating too much meat, replace some of the meat in your diet with non-meat sources of protein.

Beans, legumes, whole grains and dairy products all contain protein.

TIP: Your body needs protein You can get much of this protein from non-meat sources. Non-meat protein sources often don't contain as much fat or

cholesterol as meat, especially red meat. If you're eating too much meat, replace some of the meat in your diet with non-meat sources of protein.

Beans, legumes, whole grains and dairy products all contain protein.

WE ASKED: How often do you eat fruit?

Students answered:

10%

12%

52%

TIP: Eat at least two portions of fruit every day. Doctors say: Make half your plate fruits and vegetables.

26%

WE ASKED: Which of the following fruit do you eat more often?

Students answered:

9%35%

TIP: The proverb “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” is true

36%

20%

WE ASKED: How many portions of fish do you eat per week? Students answered:

TIP: It is good to consume two portions of fish every week. Prefer small fish.

53%

39%

8%

WE ASKED: How often do you consume junk food?

Students answered:

TIP : Eating junk in moderation is OK. One meal a week is enough though. The biggest problem with junk food is that many of them are addictive so the more you

eat them the more you want them.

54%

44%

2%

WE ASKED: How often do you drink sweets or drink sugary drinks?

Students answered:

TIP: The less sugar you eat or drink the better. Try to save it for the times that are really worth it.

44%

24%

19%13%

WE ASKED: Are you satisfied with your eating habits?

Students answered:

TIP :If you believe your eating habits need improvement, start right away!

WE ASKED: What type of healthy diet do you prefer?

Students answered:

TIP : A balanced diet is mostly preferred by young people. Try it and you will soon feel

healthier!

65%

21%14%

WE ASKED: Which cuisine do you prefer?

Students answered:

TIP : Traditional Japanese cuisine is one of the healthiest. Doctors also love Greek cuisine

(Mediterranean diet)

70%21%

5%5%

WE ASKED: How often do you exercise?

Students answered:

TIP :It depends on your goal but 3-5 times a week are enough.

44%

40% 16%

WE ASKED: What type of exercise do you prefer?

Students answered:

TIP : Choose the type of exercise that is appropriate for you and your goal.

39%25%

16%15%

6%

WE ASKED: How do you get to school?

Students answered:

TIP : The best way to get to school is on foot and don’t forget that exercise improves your mental

health and helps you concentrate!

90%6%

2%1%