1. DIFFERENTIATION IN ACTION:
SAMPLES FOR SCIENCE
‘FOOD’
POWERPOINT

2. A balanced diet contains all the food types in the right amounts to stay healthy
carbohydrates
sugar
starch
fibre

3. A balanced diet contains all the food types in the right amounts to stay healthy
fats

4. For growth and repair of cells
A balanced diet contains all the food types in the right amounts to stay healthy
proteins
For growth and repair of cells

5. For healthy skin and gums
A balanced diet contains all the food types in the right amounts to stay healthy
vitamins
For healthy skin and gums
For strong bones
vitamin C
vitamin D

6. A balanced diet contains all the food types in the right amounts to stay healthy
minerals
Iron
Calcium

7. A balanced diet contains all the food types in the right amounts to stay healthy
water

8. We can use the Food Pyramid
How do we know how much of
each food type to eat?
We can use the Food Pyramid
Oil and Sugar
Milk, Cheese, Yogurt
Meat, Fish, Nuts
Fruit and Vegetables
Bread, Potatoes, Pasta

9. Review Question What is the function of each food type in the table?
Carbohydrates (i) Sugar
(ii) Starch
(iii) Fibre
Protein
Fat
Vitamins (i) Vitamin C
(ii) Vitamin D
Minerals (i) Calcium
(ii) Iron
Water
For energy
For energy
Prevents constipation
For growth and repair of cells
For energy and insulation
For healthy skin/gums
For strong bones
For strong bones
To make red blood cells
To dissolve and transport substances

10. Question to think about
How much energy do we need everyday?