Nutrition Chapter One Mr. Richey’s 6 th Grade Class

The Food Pyramid

Bread, Cereal, Rice, and Pasta Group 6-11 Servings per day You need these daily servings because they provide energy and are needed for daily activity. Types of food: whole grain bread, Cheerios, Wheaties, whole grain pasta

Vegetables 3-5 servings per day Low in fat, high in fiber!! Lots of vitamins Types of vegetables: carrots, cucumbers, green beans, lettuce, broccoli

Fruits 3-5 servings per day Contains Vitamin C Good to eat and nice and sweet! Types of fruit: watermelon, strawberries, blueberries, oranges, apples

The Dairy Group 2-3 servings per day Proteins, vitamins, and minerals, especially calcium Helps make strong bones Examples include: cottage cheese, low fat milk and cheeses, low fat yogurt

Meat, Poultry, Fish, Dry Beans, Eggs, and Nuts 2-3 servings per day Contains protein, iron, and zinc Avoid frying food and eat nuts in small amounts because they are high in fat!! Examples: peanut butter, lean meat, peas, eggs, salmon

Fats, Oils and Sweets Eat in small amounts High in fat, calories, and sugar Too much is not good for your body Examples: salad dressings, butter, creams, candy, soda

Exercise is the Key! Exercise daily Join after school sports activities Click the following youtube video! ruu0

Quiz Time!! What are some examples of fruits and vegetables? How many servings of grains should we have a day? The dairy group has a lot of what? What should we avoid eating too much of? Eating a lot of sugar is good for you? True or False.

Things to Remember Grains give us energy to function Eat your veggies!! Avoid eating too many sweets Low fat milk and yogurt are the way to go Exercise!!!

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