Nutrition Ashleigh Boyce 6 th Grade. What is Nutrition? “the sum total of the processes involved in the taking in and the utilization of food substances.

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Nutrition Ashleigh Boyce 6 th Grade

What is Nutrition? “the sum total of the processes involved in the taking in and the utilization of food substances by which growth, repair and maintenance of the body are accomplished.” ▫Definition according to Whatisnutritiontips.com

Why is Nutrition important? To promote healthy lifestyle To promote healthier choices To increase life span To increase quality of life To give body what it needs

Why some foods are more nutritious than others… Fat content Ingredients Calories Vitamins Minerals

Food Pyramid

Recommended Servings Fruits ▫2 cups daily Vegetables ▫2.5 to 3 cups daily Grains ▫3 to 4 ounces daily Proteins ▫5.5 to 6.5 ounces daily Dairy ▫3 cups daily

Nutrient Classes Fruits ▫Apples, bananas, oranges, etc. Vegetables ▫5 subgroups  Dark green (spinach)  Starchy (corn)  Red & Orange (red pepper)  Beans & Peas (black beans)  Other (artichoke)

Nutrient Classes (cont’d) Grains ▫2 subgroups  Whole grains (brown rice)  Refined grains (cornbread) Dairy ▫Milk (fat free, reduced) ▫Cheese (natural, processed) ▫Yogurt (low fat)

Nutrient Classes (cont’d) Proteins ▫Meats (beef, ham) ▫Poultry (chicken, turkey) ▫Eggs (chicken eggs) ▫Beans & Peas (soy beans) ▫Nuts & Seeds (almonds, cashews) ▫Seafood (clams, salmon)

Product Labels How To Understand Nutrition LabelsHow To Understand Nutrition Labels Food Label and You VideoFood Label and You Video

Benefits of Healthy Eating Maintain weight Energy Good health Live longer Live better

Healthy vs. Unhealthy Healthy ▫Vegetables ▫Milk ▫Water ▫Whole Grains ▫Fruits Unhealthy ▫Fast food ▫Snacks ▫Candy ▫Soda

Factors that influence food choices Time Family Friends Activities Cost Availability

Nutrition and Physical Activity NutritionPhysical Activity Vary your proteins Calcium-rich food Balanced meals Drinking water 2.5 hours per week at moderate workout level Strengthening Cardio Aerobics

Healthy Ways to Lose Weight Eat healthy Smaller portions Watch what you drink Exercise ▫20 minutes, 3 times a week Vary colors of food Protein and fiber

Tips and Tricks Create a Routine Keep motivated Do it with a friend Reward yourself Keep good food in your house Get rid of temptations HELP!

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