1 7th Grade

 When you wake up in the morning, you haven’t eaten for 10 to 12 hours!  You need glucose (energy) for your brain to function! 7th Grade 2

 Calorie = measure of energy  How excess food energy is stored CarbsFatProtein GlycogenBody Fat 7th Grade 3

 How much energy you need depends on how much energy your body is using. 7th Grade 4

 BMR: The minimum amount of energy needed to keep you alive when you are in a rested, fasting state, such as just after you wake up in the morning. 7th Grade 5

6 What makes a food healthy or junk depends on how many nutrients it provides relative to how many calories it contains. Junk food is only a problem if it makes up a large part of your diet. Everything in Moderation

Snacking isn’t bad if done right. If can increase your nutrient intake and help you maintain a healthy weight. Eating smaller amounts of food (with nutritional value) throughout the day vs. 3 large meals a day can actually be better for your metabolism. Is Snacking Bad??? 7th Grade 7

Grains Group Vegetable Group Fruit Group Dairy Group Protein Foods Group Make at least half your grains whole. Vary your veggies. Focus on fruits. Get your calcium- rich foods. Go lean with protein. 7th Grade 8

 10 tips for healthy meals 1- make half your plate veggies & fruits 2- add lean protein 3- include whole grains 4- don’t forget the dairy 5- avoid extra fat 7th Grade 9

6-take your time 7- use a smaller plate 8- take control of your food 9- try new foods 10- satisfy your sweet tooth in a healthy way 7th Grade 10

7th Grade 11

This is the end of Wellness Healthy Eating and Portion Control Lesson. STOP 7th Grade 12

Eating Disorders Lesson th Grade

14 Eating Disorders  Conditions that involve an unhealthy degree of concern about body weight and shape and that may lead to efforts to control weight by unhealthy means  May include Never eating enough Dieting excessively Eating only certain types of foods Eating too much Not responding to natural feelings of fullness or hunger

7th Grade 15 Body Image  How you see and feel about your appearance and how comfortable you are with your body.  Having a healthy body image means you accept your body’s appearance and abilities.

7th Grade 16 Anorexia  Involves self-starvation, a distorted body image, and low body weight  Signs/Symptoms Intense fear of weight gain Over exercising Preferring to eat alone Preoccupation with calories Extreme weight loss Loss of menstrual periods Hair loss on head Depression and anxiety Weakness and exhaustion

7th Grade 17 Bulimia  An individual repeatedly eats large amounts of food and then uses vomiting or using laxatives to rid the body of the food  Signs/Symptoms Preoccupation with body weight Bingeing with or without purging Bloodshot eyes and sore throat Dental problems Irregular menstrual periods Depression and mood swings Feeling out of control

7th Grade 18 Binge Eating  Eating large amounts of food in one sitting  Above-normal body weight  Bingeing episodes are usually accompanied by feelings of guilt, shame, and loss of control

7th Grade 19 Disordered Eating Patterns  Eating behaviors that are not severe enough to be classified as a specific eating disorder  Signs/Symptoms Weight loss (less than anorexia) Bingeing and purging less frequently than in Bulimia Purging after eating small amounts of food Deliberate dehydration for weight loss Hiding food Over exercising Constant dissatisfaction with physical appearance

7th Grade 20 Could You Be At Risk?  Warning signs Preferring to eat alone Being overly critical about body size and shape Thinking about food often Weighing everyday Eating a lot of “diet” foods

7th Grade 21 Getting Help  Professional help from physicians, psychologists, and nutritionists is essential to manage and recover from an eating disorder