HEALTHY SNACKS Quentin Tranberg Lacy Granzow Snack Attack; What snack to pack?

MISSION/OBJECTIVE  Our objective is to educate future teachers the importance of healthy snacking, and ways to incorporate new ideas in the classroom.

FOOD GUIDE PYRAMID

HEALTHY EATING AND GOOD NUTRITION NutrientDV Nutrient Recommendations by Age (DRI)* years years years yr girls yr boys Protein (grams) Iron (mg) Calcium (mg)1, Vitamin A (IU) Vitamin C (mg) Fiber (g) (girls) (boys) Sodium (mg) Cholesterol (mg)300<300 for over age 2<300 Total Fat (g)Total Fat (g)** (30 -35% of calories) ( % of calories) ( % calories) ( % calories) ( % of calories) Saturated Fat (g)Saturated Fat (g)** (> age 2 ) (<10% calories) 16 to 18 (<10% calories) girls: boys: (<10% calories) 22 (<10% calories) (<10% calories) CaloriesCalories*** (2-3 years) girls: boys:

GUIDELINES  a healthy snack choice should contain:  7 grams or less of fat  2 grams or less of saturated fat  0 grams of trans fat  15 grams or less of sugar  250 milligrams or less of sodium  No artificial sweeteners

EXAMPLES OF HEALTHY SNACKS

BENEFITS  Manage Hunger  Maintain energy levels  Increase and build up of Immune System  Children's Physical Development  Stay focused

REPORT CARD

#1(APPLE)

#2(HOSTESS TWINKIES)

#3(CELERY WITH PEANUT BUTTER)

#4(SNICKERS CANDY BAR)

#5(TRAIL-MIX)

SNACKS THAT HELP WITH LEARNING  Encourage Concentration  Provide Energy  Boost Brain Function  Examples  wheat crackers with peanut butter, string cheese, apple or orange slices or carrot and celery sticks because they are nutritious and promote concentration.  Yogurt with berries or almonds with a fresh apple.

EXAMPLES OF FOODS THAT BOOST LEARNING  Examples  Fish  Soy  Colorful and Citrus fruits  Berries  Leafy Green Vegetables  Whole Grains  Nuts- walnuts, cashews, almonds etc.  Eggs

INCORPORATING NUTRITION AND WELLNESS INTO ACADEMIC STANDARDS  The Wisconsin Model Academic Standards lists objectives for major subject areas and grade levels that students must meet in school. National Health standards must be incorporated to students.  All subjects can incorporate nutrition and wellness into academics.

HOW TEACHERS AND SCHOOL STAFF CAN PROMOTE A HEALTHY SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT  Being a + role model  Promote healthy lifestyles  Food choices in the classroom  Bring healthy snacks for yourself and encourage kids to do the same.

SUGGESTIONS FOR TEACHERS  Communication with other teachers  Work as a whole group  Different activities that involve healthy snacking 

GOOD REWARDS V. BAD REWARDS  Not rewarding students with pizza parties, a giant candy jar on top of the desk.  Provide different incentives for good behavior  Do not punish students by making them run laps or missing recess

IDEAS FOR HEALTHY HOLIDAYS  Halloween  Birthday parties  Christmas  Easter  St. Patrick's day  Thanksgiving  Valentines Day

HEALTHY HALLOWEEN MAKEOVER

HOW PARENTS CAN PROMOTE A HEALTHY SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT  Standard2 NHS  Communication  Ex. Want to let parents of students be aware of healthy snacks to bring on special occasions, holidays etc.

SUGGESTIONS FOR PARENTS  Age appropriate  Dried Fruit/trailmix  Bring healthy snacks for yourself and encourage kids to do the same.

QUESTIONS?(30)

FOR LASTING ENERGY AND A HEALTHY WEIGHT, AVOID FOODS WITH: a) lots of complex carbohydrates b) lots of simple carbohydrates c) lots of protein d) lots of water Correct Answer: B

WHAT’S THE BEST PROOF THAT A SNACK IS HEALTHY?  a. the packaging says it’s all natural or pure  b. the packaging says it’s low fat  c. the packaging says it gives you energy  d. the packaging shows healthy ingredients and nutrition information on the food label  Correct Answer: D

T/F: A GOOD WAY TO SNACK HEALTHY IS TO PACK SNACKS FROM HOME.  True  False  TRUE

A GOOD WAY TO SNACK HEALTHY IS TO PACK SNACKS FROM HOME.  True  False  TRUE

WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS NOT A VERY HEALTHY SNACK?  a. cherry tomatoes  b. whole wheat pretzels  c. potato chips fried in canola oil  d. nut trail mix  C. Potato chips fried in canola oil

SOFT DRINKS CAN BE A HEALTHY SNACK KILLER BECAUSE:  a. they’re usually high in sugar and calories  b. they make you feel full  c. they take all your vending machine money  d. they give you gas  a. they’re usually high in sugar and calories

WHEN YOU CHOOSE A SNACK, THINK ABOUT:  a. the calories  b. how much sugar and fat it has  c. how much complex carbohydrates and protein it has  d. all of the above  d. all the above

WHAT’S THE BEST PROOF THAT A SNACK IS HEALTHY?  a. the packaging says it’s all natural or pure  b. the packaging says it’s low fat  c. the packaging says it gives you energy  d. the packaging shows healthy ingredients and nutrition information on the food label

ONE WAY TO LIMIT THE SIZE OF YOUR SNACKS IS TO BUY FOOD PACKAGED IN SINGLE SERVINGS.  True  False  Correct: TRUE

YOU CAN SNACK MORE FREELY IF YOUR SNACKS ARE HEALTHY.  True  False  TRUE

SNACKING CAN HAVE AN IMPACT NOT ONLY ON YOUR WEIGHT, BUT ALSO ON YOUR TEETH.  True  False  TRUE

BABY CARROTS AND SUGAR SNAP PEAS ARE GOOD CHOICES FOR SNACKS— AND THEY HELP BOOST YOUR DAILY VEGGIE INTAKE.  True  False  TRUE

SNACKING LATE AT NIGHT IS ONE SURE WAY TO PACK ON THE POUNDS.  True  False  FALSE

ONE HANDY AFTER-SCHOOL SNACK FOR KIDS IS A FRUIT KABOB, A MIX OF FRESH FRUIT AND CHEESE.  True  False  TRUE

WHICH SNACK HAS FEWER CALORIES? OR McDonalds Fruit and Walnut salad Starbucks Deluxe Fruit Salad WINNER

WHICH SNACK HAS FEWER CALORIES? JELL-O Sugar Free Double Chocolate Pudding Mott’s Apple Sauce WINNER OR

WHICH SNACK HAS FEWER CALORIES? Pepperidge Farm Goldfish Rold Gold Pretzel Sticks OR WINNER

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