Nutrition and Food how much do we know

Nutrition and Food: how much do we know? For Josh Bennett’s 7 th Grade Health Class. October 9, 2016 Let’s Learn how to use this Power. Point First. Click this box!

How do we use this Power. Point? ! • Click on Hyperlinks to connect you to the right side. • If you think you know the answer to the question, click and find out. • Make sure you find where to click on the current slide to get to the next slide. • Pay close attention and take notes. • Try to wait for the contents of the slides to come without having to click. • LEARN Next

Why is Nutrition important? • Creating good habits now will help you sustain them in your future! • It will create a sense of accountability to maintain more healthy. • It can help you learn what is good for your body, and what is not. (gluten, Almonds, or any other type of allergy). • It will expand your knowledge of food groups to know how to prepare a well balanced meal. • Knowing how to read labels makes it easy to know what is good for you. NEXT

Contents of this Power. Point! • Nutrition • Question of the slide! • The exit, or goodbye CLICK ME

Nutrition! The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth. Some food or nutrients that are pivotal to nutrition are: • Fruits and veggies • Protein (poultry, fish, and some veggies) • Carbohydrates (Sugars, bread, pasta) • Sodium • Vitamin C (especially when you have a cold). Funny Nutrition Video Next

Water Why should I drink water everyday? 1. It increases energy and helps relieve fatigue 2. Boosts weight loss 3. Starts or enhances your metabolism. (keeps you skinny) 4. It improves skin complexion. (maybe it’s not maybelline) 5. It totally keeps you hydrated. How many cups a day should you drink? High Quality H 2 O More information on water

What kind of food should I snack on? • Yogurt (If available at your school) • Almonds or nuts. • An apple or a banana • Carrots or celery (with or without peanut butter) • A baked chip or cracker. (Goldfish) • Hummus What’s Next?

Foods that are not delicious, but not nutritious • Ice Cream • Macaroni and cheese • Brownies • French Fries • Milkshakes • Corndogs or Chicken Tenders Unhealthy Foods. . . STAY AWAY QUESTION AHEAD…. TURN BACK NOW

QUESTION? !!? WHICH OF THESE MEALS IS THE HEALTHIEST CHOICE? A. Grilled chicken, broccoli, piled on top of freshly steamed rice. B. A ½ pound burger with cheese, with a large side of fries. C. A Pizza with your desired toppings on it?

You are Correct This is not only a well rounded meal, it is a very healthy and nutritious meal, and it provides you with most of the nutrients you need. You’re almost there. One more click

I am sorry this is incorrect While this may have some nutrients needed in a day, it is a very greasy and unhealthy meal all together, and may even make you feel sluggish for the rest of the day. You’re almost there. One more click

You were so close. While pizza is a universal loved food and meal, it is not known for being the healthiest thing you can eat, but they can be hard to resist. The good news is, you can make pizza healthier by choosing your own toppings, and choosing healthy toppings! You’re almost there. One more click

Exercise Is exercise important and how does it affect nutrition? While diet and nutrition can help you be more healthy, exercise can be the catalyst to maintain that. • • • It boost metabolism It releases endorphins, which make you feel happy naturally. Increases stamina, which will keep you feeling fresh all day. Helps maintain a healthy lifestyle. Have we mentioned that it involves having a lot of fun? !!? What is an activity you can do after school that could be consider exercise?

Goodbye and Farewell Thank you for viewing this Power. Point, I hope you learned something new, and leave today knowing a little bit more about how to be a healthy! Tell me what you ate over the weekend when we come back to school!