Nutrients amounts in foods Too much nutrient too

Nutrients amounts in foods Too much nutrient, too little Cholesterol

What is a healthy food choice? • Based on what we already know… • Consider the following: – Food Groups – Calories – Nutrient Density – Serving Size We must also consider:

• Defined: a fat-like substance made by the body and found in certain foods • Good Cholesterol (HDLs) – substances in the blood that carry cholesterol to the liver for breakdown and excretion • Bad Cholesterol (LDLs) – substances in the blood that carry cholesterol to body cells

• Foods high in Cholesterol – Eggs – Big Macs – Macaroni & Cheese – Ice Cream – Fried chicken – steak

Nutrient Amounts in other foods • Foods high in iron… – Red meat, Egg yolks, Dark, leafy greens (spinach) • Foods high in potassium… – Bananas, avocados, raisins, seeds, salmon, tuna • Foods high in magnesium – Rice, wheat, sunflower seeds, molasses • Foods high in fiber – Bran cereal, black beans, oats, most fruits & veggies

Too Much Nutrients • Work with a partner…

Too Little Nutrient • Bodily processes shut down – Immune System – Nervous System – Bone and Muscle Growth & Repair – Digestive System

Setting Healthy Eating Goals • Why – In order to motivate and coordinate you in obtaining a healthier body and mind – To create good habits that last a lifetime • How – Be realistic – Be specific – Make a record

Setting Healthy Eating Goals • Examples… • I will eat breakfast everyday • I will eat fruits or vegetables with every meal