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

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

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

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

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 www.lifebytes.gov.uk/eating/eat_areyou.htm use the questionnaire to see how healthy you are (10pts being the best)

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