FOOD Pyramid the Steps to a healthier you
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FOOD Pyramid the Steps to a healthier you
Eating Right Every Day Ø We will be learning about the relationship between good nutrition and health.
The Food Pyramid Steps to a healthier you GRAINS VEGETABLES FRUITS OILS MILK MEAT & BEANS
Carbohydrates Sodium Whopper Fries Sundae Cholesterol Total Fat 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
Grains Make half of your grains whole Ø Some examples of grains are: oatmeal, wheat, rye, and barley Ø Whole grain wheat bread is better for you than white bread Ø Cereals are grains, like Cheerios, Mini-Wheats, and Bran Flakes Ø Children should have 6 servings of grains a day
Vegetables Vary your veggies Ø Vegetables include carrots, broccoli, beans, peppers, lettuce, and tomatoes Ø You need green, orange, and red – vary your colors for the best balance of vitamins and nutrients Ø Children need 2½ cups of vegetables a day
Fruits Focus on fruits Ø Fruits contain a wide variety of vitamins Ø Fruits like pineapples, oranges, peaches, apricots, and pears are readily available Ø Fresh is best, but canned or frozen are fine out of season Ø Children need 1½ cups of fruit every day
Oils Know your fats Ø Oils and fats include fried food, butter or margarine, salad dressings, and milkfat in milk and cheese Ø You should limit your fat intake, as it is linked to blood vessel disease and heart attacks, and builds up in your body over time Ø Children need no more than 3 servings a day
Milk Get your calcium rich foods Ø Calcium rich foods include milk and cheeses Ø Calcium builds strong bones and teeth, and helps your muscles become stronger Ø Children need 3 cups of milk or cheese a day
Meat and Beans Go lean on protein Ø Meats and beans give you protein to grow strong muscles and improve brain function Ø Limit your meats to lean beef, chicken, and pork – you can get a lot of fat with meat Ø Children need 5 ounces of protein a day
Discretionary Calories Extras for luxury foods Ø What are discretionary calories? Foods you would like to have that don’t fit in any of the other categories, or are above the recommended amounts – like birthday cake, ice cream, or candy. Ø You should limit these foods to NO MORE than 150 calories a meal or snack – make wise choices
Physical Activity Strive for 60 minutes or more per day Ø What is physical activity? Ø Discuss moderate vs. vigorous activity. Ø Solicit class feedback for examples of moderate and vigorous activities.
Eat Well and Stay Healthy! Ø Encourage children to use the My. Pyramid Worksheet, for a week, and to eat their favorite foods in each group to meet their daily requirements. Ø Download the worksheet here: My. Pyramid Worksheet. Ø Discuss their findings at the end of the week. Ø How might each child eat more healthfully?
Conclusion Ø Ø Summarize the health benefits of each food group. Research on any new finding about food and health. Continue keeping a food diary. Strive for 60 minutes or more of physical activity every day.
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