6 th grade health

 Test your knowledge!  Complete the pre-test to see what you already know about food and fitness

1. B 2. C 3. B 4. A 5. D 6. C 7. A 8. B 9. D

 Nutrition- The science that studies how the body makes use of the substances in food and how and why people eat the way they do.  Using food as energy (5steps) 1. Your body needs energy 2. You become hungry 3. You eat 4. You feel satisfied 5. Your body uses more energy

 3 things that food does for you: 1. Food gives your body the raw materials it needs to grow. 2. Eating is an enjoyable activity you can share with family and friends. 3. Food helps many people feel content and secure.

 Diet- Everything you regularly eat and drink.  Nutrients- The substances in food that your body needs.

1. Carbohydrates ◦ Main source of energy for your body. 2. Proteins ◦ Essential for the growth and repair of body cells. 3. Fats ◦ Source of energy. 4. Vitamins ◦ Substances that help regulate body functions. 5. Minerals ◦ Elements that help your body work properly. 6. Water

Guidelines for the amount of each nutrient to be eaten each day. Recommended Dietary Allowance:

SStarch ◦T◦The complex carbohydrate stored in potatoes, rice, wheat, and other plants. FFiber ◦T◦The tough, stringy part of raw fruits, raw vegetables, wheat, and other grains that you cannot digest. SSaturated Fats ◦F◦Fats mostly found in animal products such as milk, butter, egg yolks, and meat. CCholesterol ◦A◦A waxlike substance our bodies produce and need in small amounts.

44 ways to reduce saturated fats and cholesterol 1. Choose low-fat or nonfat milk and milk products 2. Avoid fried foods 3. Choose low-fat or nonfat desserts instead of baked goods. 4. Eat fish, skinless chicken, or lean meat.  3 ways to reduce sodium 1. Cut down on salty foods, including salty snacks, ketchup, mustard, and relish. 2. Eat less processed food, such as packages sandwich meat and canned soup or canned vegetables. 3. Read food labels and buy brands with less added sodium.

 Reducing sugar consumption ◦ Cut back on foods with added sugar.  Soft drinks, candy, baked goods, fruits canned in syrup  Calorie- A unit of heat that measures the energy available in foods.

 Food Label Worksheet ◦ Find any food label from your cabinets at home. ◦ Fill out the food label worksheet according to your label. ◦ Bring the completed worksheet AND the label to class. ◦ Remember!  *It is important to know how many servings are in the entire container!

 Fitness- being ready to handle day-to-day living.  3 benefits of fitness 1. Physical 2. Mental 3. Social

 Muscle Strength ◦ The most work your muscles can do at any given time.  Muscle Endurance ◦ How well a muscle group can perform over a given time without becoming overly tired.  Heart and Lung Endurance ◦ How well the heart and lungs get oxygen to the body during exercise and how quickly they return to normal.  Aerobic Exercise ◦ Rhythmic, nonstop, vigorous activities, such as running or cycling, that aid the heart.  Flexibility ◦ The ability you have to move your body joints in certain ways.

 How can exercise relax you? ◦ Chemical changes in the brain ◦ Healthy outlet for anger/frustration ◦ Reduces the tension in muscles  How can exercise control your weight? ◦ Body burns calories faster

 3 things to consider when planning fitness goals: 1. What do you want to accomplish? 2. Where will you begin? 3. What do you enjoy doing?

 3 things to consider when setting up an exercise program: 1. Which exercises to include 2. When to exercise 3. Ways to avoid injury

 3 things to ask yourself when choosing an exercise 1. Do I want to exercise alone, with a friend, or on a team? 2. What facilities are available in my community? 3. What exercise equipment will I need, and how much am I willing to spend?

Cooling down- slowly winding down an activity.  Target heart rate ◦ The level at which your heart and lungs receive the most benefit from a workout.  Preparing for hot weather: ◦ Schedule exercise for cooler hours of early morning/evenings  Preparing for cold weather: ◦ Layer clothing

 Directions- Please bring in a HEALTHY food for our “MyPyramid Feast.” Your teacher will let you know which food group to choose from.