1. Mrs. Letendre’s Healthy Plan

2. What I’m Doing Right: I get my daily recommended amount of grains which is 6 ounces per day. More than half of my grains are whole grains rather than refined grains

3. I also get my daily recommended amount of fruits which is 2 cups. I eat a variety of fruit so that I get the different vitamins and minerals to keep my body healthy and free from illness.

4. In the Meat and Beans group, I am doing well and get my 51/2 ounces each day. I feel strong from the lean protein I am eating, and eat beans to help make sure I’m getting enough fiber for my digestive system.

5. Where I need improvement: I do not get my daily recommended amount of vegetables every day. I need to get 1 more cup a day to meet my needs. I need 11/2 more cups of milk each day to get enough calcium to keep my bones and teeth strong. I need to exercise more days of the week to maintain a healthy weight and help reduce stress.

6. Strategies to Help me Meet my Personal Nutrition and Exercise Needs I am going to pack a cup of fresh vegetables each day for lunch to help meet my needs. On weekends, I will snack on fresh vegetables.

7. Instead of drinking water at lunch, I will drink a cup of lowfat milk. I will get up early 3 days a week and exercise in addition to exercising in the evening.

8. What I learned: I learned what areas of my health need improvement. I developed some specific strategies that I will incorporate into my day that will improve my overall health. I also learned the benefits of each food group and why the proper amount is needed for the body to maintain optimal health. I have also learned that our lifestyle, the media, and society play a role in our decisions about what we consume.