LE1-C3S2T8pg Nourishing Your Body

Purpose This lesson explains sound nutritional information based on the best recommendation from organizations such as The National Institutes of Health.

1. Identify the 6 nutrients your body requires, the good sources of these nutrients, and what each nutrient provides for a high quality, healthy lifestyle. 2. Determine the healthy choices for meals for one day. 3. Describe the diet athletes should follow to ensure peak performance.

4. Explain how to use the Nutrition Facts label found on most food items. 5. Describe the importance of water to the body. 7. Describe the possible effects of a diet high in fat and cholesterol. 8. Explain why salt, sugar, and caffeine should be used in moderation.

CPS Key Word Questions (1-4)

 Carbohydrates  Protein  ____________ – substances found in certain kinds of foods that provide you with energy.  ______ – a substance which the body needs and which is found in food and drink such as meat, eggs, and milk.

 Vitamins  Minerals  _______ – organic substances found in food which you need in order to stay healthy.  _______ – elements found in the environment that help regulate the bodily processes. Without minerals, the body cannot absorb vitamins.

CPS Lesson Questions (1-2)

How much do you already know about nutrition? A.Expert – I have done a lot of learning in this area already. B.Above average – I have learned some information about this topic. C.Moderate – I know a little about this topic. D.Rookie – I am a blank slate… but ready to learn.

True or False: There are 3,500 calories in one pound of fat. A.True B.False

Think about all you eat on an average day. List 2-3 of the highest calorie foods you eat on an average day. (Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question.)

 Nutrition is the science of nourishing the body properly to perform our best.  It is very important that young adults have at least a basic understanding of nutrients, how to obtain them, and how to control fat.

 Carbohydrates are the starches and sugars found in fruits, grains, and vegetables.  Simple carbohydrates are sugars, the most important being glucose.  Complex carbohydrates are starches which are made up of combinations of simple sugars.

 Fats, or ____, perform the vital roles of maintaining body temperature, insulating body organs, providing the body with stored energy, and carrying the fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K to the cells.  Triglycerides are the primary fats in the foods we eat, as well as the fats stored in body tissue.  You must burn 3,500 calories to loose one pound of fat. lipids

CPS Lesson Question (3)

Glucose is what type of carbohydrate? A.Complex carbohydrate B.Sugar carbohydrate C.Complete carbohydrate D.Simple carbohydrate

 The body contains protein in every cell.  Proteins aid in development and maintenance of muscle, bone, skin, and blood.  The building blocks of protein are __________.  The FDA has established the Recommended Daily Amount (RDA) for protein at approximately ___ grams. amino acids 50

 Vitamins are promoters of health and wellness.  Food products release them and body tissue absorbs them.  Minerals are elements found in the environment that help regulate the bodily processes. Without these, the body cannot absorb vitamins.

 About ______% of your body is water. Water carries nutrients to all parts of the body. 6-8  It is recommended that you consume ___ glasses of water a day. 60–70

A good diet will help you have the energy to perform effectively as an athlete. A poor diet will have an adverse effect on an athlete’s performance.

CPS Lesson Question (4-6)

_________ are the building blocks of proteins. A.Vitamins B.Amino Acids C.Minerals D.None of the above

_______ are elements found in the environment that help regulate the bodily processes. Without these, the body cannot absorb _______. A.Proteins / Vitamins B.Vitamins / Proteins C.Vitamins / Minerals D.Minerals / Vitamins

About ___% of your body is water. It is recommended that you drink __ glasses of water each day. A.20 / 6 B.40 / 8 C.60 / 6 D.80 / 10

List the 2-3 most important things you learned in this lesson. Why are they important to you? (Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question.)

Images in this lesson were taken from:  Microsoft © Clip Art Gallery  Marine Corps Combat Camera LE1-C3S2T8