Nutrition

Why Do We Eat?  Hunger  Nutritional reasons (health, energy)  Emotional reasons

How Do We Choose What We Eat??  Diet (calories, fat, etc.)  Financial reasons (coupons)  Religion  Traditions  Culture

How Do We Choose What We Eat??  Taste/Appearance/Smell/Texture  Convenience (easy to make)  Availability (seasonal foods)  Weather (hot vs. cold foods)  Cravings

How Do We Choose What We Eat??  Allergies/Medical reasons  Cooking Talent  Advertising  Time of day  Manners (date)

Nutrients  A nutrient is a compound in food that the body requires for proper growth, maintenance, and functioning

Nutrients  6 Types of Nutrients: -Carbohydrates -Fat -Protein -Vitamins -Minerals -Water

Nutrients and Energy  Nutrients provide energy for the body because they contain CALORIES.  Calorie: a unit used to measure energy in food

Nutrients and Energy  Carbohydrates (4 cal/g)  Fat (9 cal/g)  Protein (4 cal/g) -Example: 31 g. carbs.; 6 g. fat; 8 g. protein = How many calories??

Carbohydrates  Body’s preferred source of energy  55-60% of days caloric intake  Focus on complex rather than simple (sugars)  Look for whole grain options

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Fiber Fiber  Maintains health of the digestive system  At least 25 grams per day is ideal  Fiber binds with cholesterol and carries it out of the body – reduces risk of Heart Disease

Fats  FATS: 1.Provide energy 2.Insulate the body 3.Protect against injury (cushion)  No more than 30% of daily caloric intake

Protein  Made up of building blocks called – Amino Acids  Meat, fish, poultry, eggs, cheese, nuts, milk, and beans are all great sources  10-15% of day’s caloric intake

Water Water  Most vital nutrient  60% of total body weight  Carries nutrients to your cells and removes wastes  Consume 6-8 glasses/day (48-64 oz.) (48-64 oz.)

Six Rules of Good Nutrition 6- Never Skip Breakfast 5- Snack With Purpose 4- Beware of Portion Distortion 3- Drink Responsibly 2- Eat More Whole Foods; Fewer “Science Experiments” 1- Set The Table