1. NUTRITION
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2. CONTENTS PAGE 6 Lesson 1: What is Nutrition? 2154 66
Lesson 1: What is Nutrition?
Lesson 2: Nutrients For Health.
Lesson 3: How Can I Eat Healthy? The Food Plate
Activities

3. L1: WHAT IS NUTRITION?
BIG QUESITON: What would happen if we did not eat food?
DO NOW: Why do you think we need to eat food, write 6-7 sentences to explain your answer.
LESSON OBJECTIVES:SWBAT
Explain what nutrition is
Explain what can influence our nutritional choices
Explain what the food plate is.

4. WHAT IS NUTRITION?
Have you every wondered what would happen you just ate candy all the time?
Imagine just eating sugar and nothing else. How do you think your body would cope?
Do you think your body would get all of the materials and substances that it needs to survive?
The answer is no!

5. L1: What is Nutrition?
Nutrition is the process of taking in food and using it for energy, growth and good health. The food that we eat contains the raw materials which our body’s need to function. With out them our bodies become deficient in important substances and you can risk becoming sick.

6. ENERGY GROWTH Food GOOD HEALTH RAW MATERIALS
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The food that we eat is needed for many body functions.
ENERGY
GROWTH
Food
GOOD HEALTH
RAW MATERIALS

7. WHY DO WE EAT FOOD? There are many reasons why we eat food.
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WHY DO WE EAT FOOD? There are many reasons why we eat food.
Our body’s DEMAND FOOD and send messages to our brain telling us to eat.
Food is a necessity. Without it our body’s would not be able to function and daily tasks like walking would become very tiring

8. WHY DO WE EAT FOOD? We can also eat food to satisfy emotional needs.
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WHY DO WE EAT FOOD?
We can also eat food to satisfy emotional needs.
Sometimes if you are sad you may feel like eating.
Some people take comfort in eating, as it make you feel good.
This type of eating can be unhealthy, as your body does not need the food.
In most cases the food that people eat when they are sad is unhealthy, having more of a negative effect on your health.

9. WHY DO WE EAT FOOD? We can also eat food to satisfy social needs.
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WHY DO WE EAT FOOD?
We can also eat food to satisfy social needs.
Restaurants and eating places are great places to meet friends and family.
Sometimes eating can make great social events.

10. L1: What is Nutrition?
WHY DO WE EAT FOOD?
Next time you eat something, think about why you are eating.
Is it because your cells demand the substances locked in the food?
or is it because the food is giving you a feeling of contentment.
Why Am I eating?

11. The type of food that you eat can depend on the following influences:
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It is important that when we eat food, we get the right balance of food types to ensure that our bodies receive the correct amount of substances that it needs to function.
The type of food that you eat can depend on the following influences:
PERSONAL TASTE Geography family
friends culture advertising cost
convenience

12. L1: What is Nutrition?
THE FOOD PLATE
The USDA along with many other health organizations have developed ways to help us ensure the foods that we eat contain all of the substances that we need.
Their original guidelines could be found in “The Food Guide Pyramid”, we now use “The Food Guide Plate”, to help guide us in creating meals that are a healthy balance of the food substances that our body’s need.

13. THE FOOD PLATE: And Introduce “My Plate”.
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THE FOOD PLATE:
Lets say goodbye to the Food Guide Pyramid…….
And Introduce “My Plate”.
“My Plate” is an easy way to remember what food types we need to eat

14. L1: WHAT IS NUTRITION? ACTIVITY
Complete the graphic organizer for this lesson.
Scenario: You are stranded on a desert island and need food to survive.
On a piece of paper draw your desert island.
Identify where you will seek shelter.
Identify where you can drink water.
On you island indicate where you might find foods which meet the requirements of the “Food Plate”.
Add extra cool features to your island.
Name your island.
Write a reflection about your island.

15. MY ISLAND Where will I find Fruits: Water from a well that I dug
Protein:
Vegetables:
Grains:
Dairy:
Shelter

16. MY ISLAND GRADE: A: 27-30 B= 24-26 C= 21-23 D= 18-20 RUBRIC: SCORE
I have a map of my island.
I have a shelter
I have a source of fresh water
I have indicated where I will get my protein, grains, vegetables, fruit and dairy.
I have named my island
Write a reflection about your island. (see next slide)
SCORE
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GRADE: A: B= C= D= 18-20

17. REFLECTION 6. REFLECTION:
How would it feel to be on a desert island? Explain your answer.
Why was it difficult to meet the requirements of the “food plate” when creating your island? Explain your answer.
How might a lack of certain foods effect the health of someone living on a deserted island?

18. L2 : NUTRIENTS FOR HEALTH
BIG QUESTION: What would happen if we just ate donuts all of the time?
DO NOW: If you could eat one type of food for the next 10 years what would it be and why?
How might this effect your health?
LESSON OBJECTIVES: SWBAT
Describe the 6 main nutrients
Explain why these nutrients are important
Give examples of Nutrient deficiencies

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RICKETS
RICKETS: 1. look at the picture. What are the symptoms of rickets?

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RICKETS
Rickets is a disease which is caused by a deficiency in Vitamin D. It causes the bones in the body to release calcium and phosphate, making them soft and weak, this results in misshaped bones like in the picture.

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RICKETS
Good sources of vitamin D include milk and fish. You can also get it from sunlight.

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ANEMIA
1. Anemia: Look at the picture, what are some of the symptoms of anemia?

23. ANEMIA
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Anemia, is a disease which is caused by a deficiency in Iron. Someone with Anemia, has blood which is unable to carry oxygen efficiently. This is due to the lack of Iron, which is a key component in blood. Iron helps make hemoglobin, which makes blood red, and helps blood carry oxygen.

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ANEMIA
Your body needs iron to make red blood cells. Good sources of iron include: Red meat, Dark leafy greens, beans, dried fruits (raisins) and egg yolks.

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EATING A BALANCED DIET
It is important to eat right. Rickets and Anemia, are just a few of the diseases that you can develop from not eating a good balance of the essential nutrients.

26. EATING A BALANCED DIET CARBOHYDRATE WATER PROTEIN MINERALS FATS
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EATING A BALANCED DIET
There are 6 main NUTRIENTS. These nutrients include
CARBOHYDRATE
WATER
PROTEIN
MINERALS
FATS
VITAMINS

27. CARBOHYDRATES:
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CARBOHYDRATES: these are starches and sugars that provide energy.
Carbohydrates are classified as being
SIMPLE CARBOHYDRATES or COMPLEX CARBOHYDRATES

28. COMPLEX CARBOHYDRATES:
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CARBOHYDRATES: these are starches and sugars that provide energy.
Starches are complex carbohydrates, they consist of 3 or more sugars and take time to be digested by the body, releasing a steady flow of energy.
They can be found in foods such as rice, pasta, bread, potatoes, beans and corn.

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SIMPLE CARBOHYDRATES
Simple carbohydrates are simple structures that consist of one or two sugars, they are digested very quickly and raise the blood sugar level very quickly.
Simple carbohydrates occur naturally and can be found in milk, fruit and honey.

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PROTEINS
PROTEINS: are used to repair body cells and tissue. Proteins are classified as being: COMPLETE PROTEINS or INCOMPLETE PROTEINS

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COMPLETE PROTEINS
PROTEINS: are used to repair body cells and tissue. Proteins are made of amino acids. Complete proteins, contain all of the essential amino acids, they are found in foods that come from animals such as meat, dairy products and eggs.

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INCOMPLETE PROTEINS
Incomplete proteins come from foods that that lack one or more essential amino acids.
Incomplete proteins come from plant foods such as beans, nuts and grains.
By eating a variety of incomplete proteins it is possible to get all of the proteins that you need.

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FATS
FATS: these are nutrients which provide energy, keep the skin healthy and promote normal growth. They can be classified as: SATURATED OR UNSATURATED FATS

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SATURATED FATS
FATS: these are nutrients which provide energy, keep the skin healthy and promote normal growth.
Saturated fats are solid at room temperature.
They include; butter, margarine, and the fats in meat, poultry and dairy products,
Scientists believe that eating a diet that is high in saturated fats can lead to heart disease.

35. UNSATURATED FATS Unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature.
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UNSATURATED FATS
Unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature.
They mainly come from plants.
They include vegetable oils, nuts, olives and avocados, they are considered the healthy fat.

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VITAMINS
VITAMINS: are substances that help regulate the body’s functions. Examples of vitamins include vitamin C, B, A, D, E and K.

37. VITAMINS
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Your body needs vitamins to produce energy, to fight infection and to help with other daily functions.

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VITAMINS
Some vitamins can be stored in the body until they are needed, however other vitamins are water soluble meaning that they dissolve in the bodies water, therefore need to replaced daily. examples of water soluble vitamins include Vitamin B and C.

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VITAMINS
Fruits and Vegetables are the best source of vitamin A and C. Whole grain and enriched breads and cereal supply B vitamins. Milk is a good source of Vitamin D and Vitamin riboflavin.

40. L2:Nutrients For Health
MINERALS
MINERALS: these are substances that strengthen bones, teeth and help keep the blood, heart and other organs healthy. Examples of minerals include: IRON CALCIUM MAGNESIUM SODIUM PHOSPHORUS CHLORIDE POTASSIUM

41. L2:Nutrients For Health
MINERALS
Calcium, phosphorus and magnesium are minerals that help build and renew your bones. Calcium and phosphorus can be found in milk. Magnesium can be found in Pumpkin seeds, spinach and Swiss Chard.

42. L2:Nutrients For Health
MINERALS
Iron, is needed for making red blood cells, Iron, can be found in meats, spinach, leafy greens, fruits and beans.

43. L2:Nutrients For Health
MINERALS
Potassium, sodium, and chloride help maintain the body’s balance of fluids. Sodium can be found naturally in food and can be added to foods for taste. Potassium can be found in Beet Greens, Swiss Chard, Spinach and potatoes. Chloride can be found in tomatoes, lettuce and celery

44. L2:Nutrients For Health
WATER
WATER: the human adult consists of up to 60% water. It is therefore very important that we drink water to ensure that our body’s can function properly. Water helps in digestion, carries nutrients through the body, removes waste from the body and regulates body temperature.

45. L2:Nutrients For Health
WATER
It is recommended that you drink between 8-10 glasses of water a day.
Foods that contain water include: cucumber, fruit and other items.

46. L2:Nutrients For Health
The consumption and absorption of nutrients are an important daily task which our body’s need to take part in. Luckily for us many of the foods that we eat contain more than one type of nutrient.

47. L2:Nutrients For Health
Nutrients contain the raw materials that our body’s need to make new substances and function properly. The intake of nutrients into our body is made possible by the digestive system, which is a finally tuned body system which breaks down the food and absorbs the nutrients into the body.

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One key ingredient which can help in the digestion of food, is FIBER. This is the part of fruits, grains and vegetables that your body is not able to digest. The fiber acts as a lubricant helping waste pass through your digestive system.

49. L2: NUTRIENTS FOR HEALTH: ACTIVITY
Complete the graphic organizer for this lesson
Explain the difference between a simple and complex carbohydrate. Give examples of each.
Scenario: You have been asked by your old elementary school teacher to Create a rap/song for her students about the key nutrients.

50. L2: NUTRIENTS FOR HEALTH: ACTIVITY
Scenario: You have been asked by your old elementary school teacher to Create a rap/song for her students about the key nutrients.
Explain why they are important and what each nutrient is used for.
Give examples of nutrients and where they can be found.
Your rap should be no longer that 3 minutes, and should have a chorus.
RUBRIC:
The song is no longer than 3 minutes long
The song names the 6 nutrients
The song explains what each nutrient is used for.
The song gives examples of where you can find each nutrient
The song has a chorus.
Students performed their song in front of an audience.
SCORE
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GRADE: A: B= C= D= 18-20

51. L3: HOW CAN I EAT HEALTHY?
BIG QUESTION: How can I maintain a healthy balanced diet?
DO NOW: make a list of healthy foods and snacks. If you can include what nutrients each food contains.
LESSON OBJECTIVES: SWBAT
Explain how the “Food Plate” can help them eat a healthy balanced diet.
Create healthy meals that meet the USDA dietary guidelines.

52. L3: HOW CAN I EAT HEALTHY?
Healthy eating is an important part of every day life. It is important to get a variety of nutrients so that your body can maintain its daily functions.

53. L3: HOW CAN I EAT HEALTHY?
Eating healthy does not have to be expensive, you can very easily rustle up a quick snack such as “ants on a stick” or “apple and peanut butter” These snacks are tasty and much cheaper than a bag of chips per serving. They give you the energy and nutrients to keep you going until your main meal. These snacks are much more rewarding and contain less sodium and are far more nutritious than a bag of chips.

54. L3: How Can I Eat Healthy?
THE FOOD PLATE
The food plate is another way in which you can eat healthy. It was designed to meet the USDA dietary requirements and make choosing healthy meals fun and easy.

55. L3: How Can I Eat Healthy?
THE FOOD PLATE
From the diagram you can see that there are 5 main food groups, which we should try to include in your daily diet.
FRUITS
GRAINS
PROTEIN
VEGETABLES
DAIRY

56. FOOD CHALLENGE Create an A-Z list of fruits or vegetables.
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FOOD CHALLENGE
Create an A-Z list of fruits or vegetables.
The first to get the list wins!
Good Luck!!

57. FOODS FROM THE FOOD PLATE
Brown Rice
cherry
DAIRY
Grapes
cornmeal
kiwi
Cheese
Apple
White Rice
Milk
Orange
Strawberries
Oatmeal
Cream
Pineapple
Yogurt
Quinoa
flour
lettuce
cabbage
Beans
Meat
Beans
Cauliflower
Turkey
Fish
Chards
peas
Tofu
Sweet Potato
Eggs
Chicken
Zucchini
Cheese
potato
carrot
Celery

58. MEALS THAT MEET THE USDA DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
L3: How Can I Eat Healthy?
MEALS THAT MEET THE USDA DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
I eat a burrito everyday, which contains meat, cheese, beans, rice and salad. If I ate more fruit I would meet the requirements of the food plate.

59. L3: How Can I Eat Healthy?
HEALTHY EATING TIPS:
#1 Half of your food plate should contain a mixture of fruits and vegetables.
#2 Vegetables are best served crunchy; this requires little cooking, and they contain more nutrients.
#3 Get your protein intake from a variety of sources, not just meat, vegetables also contain protein.
#4 Avoid meats that have added hormones and antibiotics. Try to buy organic, or farm raised meats.
#5 Avoid sugary food, instead of soda, try water with added fruit, such as a slice of lime or orange.

60. L3: How Can I Eat Healthy?
HEALTHY EATING TIPS:
#6 Avoid refined sugars such as corn syrup, corn starch, they are much sweeter than natural sugar and could increase chances of diabetes.
#7 Eat whole grains, these contain a great source of energy, minerals such as iron and magnesium, vitamins; especially B vitamins which help your body process energy.
#8 buy fresh, avoid processed, packaged foods, they contain less nutrients and more preservatives and additives that are needed to keep the food edible. Simple ingredients are best.
#9 Eat small portions. Do not exceed your calorie requirements. Teens are required to eat between calories daily.

61. Celebrity Food Plate Menu
L3: HOW CAN I EAT HEALTHY? ACTIVITY
Complete the graphic organizer for this lesson.
Produce a menu for a celebrity. Explain to them what the food plate is. Create 3 dishes for your celebrity which meet the food plate requirements.
Celebrity Food Plate Menu
BREAKFAST
LUNCH
DINNER
FRONT COVER
EXAMPLE

62. L3: HOW CAN I EAT HEALTHY? ACTIVITY
Produce a menu for a celebrity.
Explain to them what the food plate is.
Create 3 dishes for your celebrity which meet the food plate requirements.
Explain what nutrients are contained within each food item
RUBRIC:
They have a menu for a celebrity.
They have described their celebrity and why they are famous.
They have Explained what the food plate is.
They have created any 3 meals.
The meals meet the food plate requirements.
They have explained what nutrients are found in each meal.
SCORE
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GRADE: A: B= C= D= 18-20

63. ACTIVITIES
Produce a video for the food plate: students can use their Ipad or mobile devices to research and record a short video about the food plate and explain what it is, how it works and why it is important. Students will then show their video to the class.
RUBRIC:
I have produced a video that describes the food plate.
I I have given examples of what foods should appear on the food plate.
I have explained why the food plate is important.
My work is professional and shows time, thought and effort
SCORE
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64. ACTIVITIES
2. Create 3D food plates of your favorite healthy meals. Students use their art expertise, to create a 3D model of the food plate, with their selection of healthy food choices which meet the USDA dietary guidelines, which are outlined in the “food plate”.
RUBRIC:
My food plate is 3D, and shows the 5 major food groups.
I have created a dish which is health and meets the USDA dietary requirements as outlined by “The Food Plate”.
I have explained on a small piece of card what my meal is and why it is healthy
My work is well presented, demonstrating time and effort.
SCORE
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65. ACTIVITIES
3. Produce a booklet on healthy snacks. Students produce a booklet on healthy snacks, they research recipes and then bring them to life in their booklet. You could also get students to create a healthy snack mixer for their fellow students.
RUBRIC:
I have produced a booklet with 4 or more healthy snacks.
I have included the nutritional information of each snack.
I have described using a method/recipe how to make each snack.
My work is well presented showing time and effort.
SCORE
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