1. 10/13/2014 Silently read, write, and answer the following question in 3-5 sentences: Why do we Eat?

2. Eating: What is it exactly? A Physical Experience Necessary for life

3. Psychological Experience Does chocolate really make you feel better? Does chicken noodle soup help you feel better when you’re sick? Eating: What is it exactly?

4. Emotional Experience Have you ever eaten something because you were Sad? Happy? Eating: What is it exactly?

5. Cultural Experience Have you ever traveled somewhere just to eat that food? Does your family have a specific dish that runs in your family? Eating: What is it exactly?

6. Why do we eat? Energy (calories that are needed throughout our day) Nutrition (vitamins, minerals, protein, carbohydrates) Tastes Good For Fun Social Time Family Time Rituals and Celebrations.

7. If we don’t eat enough, We can get sick more frequently Our bodies are tired We run out of energy FOOD is NECESSARY to sustain LIFE!

8. Many times “eating habits” can become detrimental Eating disorders Over Eating Long-term Bad Eating Habits

9. The Dietary Guidelines Revised Every 5 Years

11. The Dietary Guidelines 1.Eat Nutrient Dense Foods What does “Nutrient Dense” mean? Foods that have a lot of vitamins, minerals or other important nutrients and few calories are considered nutrient dense. Choosing foods that are nutrient dense are better for your overall health. Which is more Nutrient Dense? SpinachCandy OR

12. 2. Balance Calories to Manage Weight Control total calorie intake to manage body weight. Increase physical activity and reduce “screen time”. IntakeOutput

13. 3. Reduce sodium, fats and added sugars, refined grains and alcohol. Reduce sodium intake to 2,300 milligrams per day That’s only about ½ tsp.! Too much sodium increases the risk of high blood pressure Sodium is usually added to processed foods, beverages and diet drinks

14. 4. Increase vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk, seafood and use oils in place of solid fats. Choose 8 oz. of seafood products in the place of some meat and poultry per week.

15. 5. Build healthy eating patterns that meet nutritional needs over time at an appropriate calorie level. Building healthy habits NOW will affect you LATER!

16. 6. Include physical exercise as part of healthy eating patterns. 6-17 year olds should be active at least 60 minutes or more each day

17. 10 Tips “Think-Pair-Share” Look at the 10 tips sheet in your packet. Quietly, circle 3 tips that you want to try and incorporate in your life. Share one of these tips with your neighbor… Discussion Questions: – Do you think what they are asking to do is too much? – Which tip do you think would be the easiest? Hardest?

18. Healthy Eating Patterns “Build a Healthy Plate”

19. 1. Balance Calories Enjoy your food, but eat less. Avoid oversized portions.

20. 2. Foods to Increase: Make half your plate fruits and vegetables. Switch to fat-free or low-fat milk. Make at least half your grains whole grains.

21. 3. Foods to Reduce: Compare sodium in foods like soup, bread and frozen meals, and choose foods with the lower numbers. Drink water instead of sugary drinks.

22. Students who eat breakfast do better in school. More energy! It becomes a consistent habit your body gets used to. If you don’t eat breakfast you’re at risk of gaining weight. Reduces hunger the rest of the day Good opportunity to get your fiber! Breakfast- the most important meal of the day!

23. Things to avoid when it comes to BREAKFAST! High sugar foods High sugar fruit drinks Empty calorie foods like pastries or doughnuts High Saturated fat meats like bacon and sausage

26. Homemade VS Processed HOMEMADE: Sugar Water Maple extract

27. Dietary Guideline Children’s Book Your turn to teach!

28. Dietary Guidelines Children Book You are to create a Children’s book about the Dietary Guidelines. This book would be used to teach kids about the Dietary Guidelines. Must follow the following expectations: – Have the Dietary Guidelines listed somewhere – Must pick a theme and follow it through the book – The finished product must be colored and neat