Chapter 4

Nutrition 6th Grade Health

Mrs. Lieb

Journal Entry #1Make a list of the

foods you eat often. Explain, What do you think influences your food choices.

Journal Entry #2Write a letter to your

classmates explaining the benefits of good nutrition. Why is good nutrition important and what counts as good nutrition.

“Your Body is Like A Car, You need Nutrients to Fuel Up”

CarbohydratesVitaminsProteinsFatsMineralsWater

Nutrition

The process of taking food in and using it for:

•Energy•Growth•Good Health

6 Classes Of Nutrients

Nutrients

Carbs Water

ProteinsFats

MineralsVitamins

Nutrients Carbohydrates- Primary energy source

• Complex: bread, rice, pasta, beans and other vegetables

• Simple: fruits, milk, table sugar Fats-body needs some, keep skin healthy Vitamins-fight disease, regulate body functions Minerals- help body grow, calcium helps build teeth

and bones Water- 45%-75% of body weight, carries nutrients

around the body, helps digestion, removes waste and cools you off

Proteins- Building blocks your body needs for growthfish, chicken, beef, eggs, milk

Journal Entry #3What do you think the food

guide pyramid represents? What is the importance of knowing the food guide pyramid?

WEBQUEST Log On Kidshealth.org Click On for Kids Search Nutrition Mission Nutrition Play Mission Nutrition Game Reflection on Game

Eating Right Every Day

Eating healthful foods can help you be healthy. You should eat foods that provide you with plenty of nutrients and avoid foods with too much sugar , salt and fat.

FOOD GUIDE PYRAMID

A System designed to help American make healthful food choices.

MY PLATE

Webquest

http://www.choosemyplate.gov/children-over-five.html

READ ALL Bullets under My Plate Section on the top Left side (Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, Proteins, Dairy & Oil)

Complete Web Quest after reading all information

Fruit

Fruits provide us with vitamins, minerals, and carbohydrates.

Low in Calories food choiceEx) Bananas, strawberries,

oranges, apples and kiwi

Vegetables

Low in calories food choice Good vitamins for our bodies Broccoli, peas, carrots, mushrooms

etc.

Meats, Beans, and Nuts

Vitamins from the meat group affect your growth, appetite, energy and digestion.

Ex) beef, pork, poultry

Milk, Yogurt, and Cheese

Good source of CalciumCalcium= strong teeth and

bonesEx) milk, cottage cheese,

yogurt, ice cream

Bread and Pasta Group

Good source of fiberEx) pasta, wheat bread,

pretzels, cereal

Fats, Oils, and Sweets

Use sparinglyEx) fatty foods, fried foods, ice

cream, cake etc.

Snacks

You should eat 2-3 snacks a day

Healthy snacks include- yogurt, cheese and crackers, fruit and vegetables

Journal Entry # 4

Why do you think it is important to maintain a healthy weight?

Lesson 4Managing Your Weight

Achieving a Healthful Weight Weight Problems and Teens Body Image and Teens Eating Disorders