1. LO:To be able to classify food into groups
In this lesson we will be learning about…..
Why we need a healthy diet
Different food groups with examples from each
How we can improve our own diet

2. To stay fit and healthy we need to do a number of things Discuss in your groups what they may be
Eat sensibly
Take regular exercise
Avoid health risks such as smoking, taking illegal drugs & drinking alcohol

3. We need a healthy diet so that we can live a long and healthy life
Protein
In foods such as milk and cheese
Carbohydrates (starches and sugars)
In foods such as pasta, bread and biscuits
Fats
In foods such as butter and cooking oil
Fibre
In foods such as vegetables and fruit

4. Can you think of any other important things that are needed for our diet
Discuss in pairs
They are….
Water
70% of the body is made up of water
They can be found in many drinks and juices
Vitamins and minerals
Found in fruit, vegetables and many dairy products
Unit 5A Keeping Healthy

5. Activities
Group 1 and 2
Use the table with ALL the food groups and write down as many food as possible in the correct place
Group 3
Use the table drawn out for you and write in the different foods in the correct boxes. Stick it in your science book
Group 4 and *
Use the sheet given to you and put the right food in the correct boxes(at least 4 in each box). Draw them in as well
Finished?
Make up your own healthy lunch using food from each group. Write it down neatly in your science books
Check your own diet online use the questionnaire to see how healthy you are (10pts being the best)

6. What have we learnt today?
Discuss in your groups
Today I have learnt about……….
Use the key words
Balanced diet
Protein, carbohydrate, fibre,
Fats, vitamins and minerals and water