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HealthBy Katie Theisen
What do you know?
http://www.cdc.gov/obesity/data/trends.html
•Positive self image
•More energy
•Lower weight and body fat percentage.
Benefits of Eating Healthy and Exercising
How to be a healthy adult:
All information pertaining to the Food Pyramid comes form http://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/index.html
•Use resources such as a trusted physician or a credible website such as MayoClinic.com for information on health.
•Become familiar with the Food Pyramid and use it as a guide for daily eating.
Grains
Health benefits:• Contains many nutrients
• Whole grains can help fight heart disease
• Help keep you full
RiceOatmealBreadPastaCrackers
VegetablesGreen BeansPeasTomatoesCarrotsPotatoesCornPeppers
Health Benefits:• Contains fiber, Vitamins A and C, and potassium• Reduces risk of heart disease, heart attack and stroke• Can protect against cancers• Low in calories
FruitsApplesBerriesPineappleNectarinesMelonsLemons
Health Benefits:• Fights against many diseases and cancers• Reduces amount of bone loss• Provides many important nutrients
ProteinMeatsPoultryEggsBeansNuts Seafood
Health Benefits:• Building blocks for bones, muscles,
cartilage, skin, and bones• Contains iron, magnesium, zinc,
and many other important vitamins and minerals
DairyMilkCheeseYogurt
Health Benefits:• Helps reduce risk of osteoporosis,
cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes
• Intake as a child positively affects bone development
• Contains important nutrients such as calcium, Vitamin D, and potassium
Healthy MealsRecommended website for healthy meal ideas:
http://www.foodnetwork.com/healthy-eating/index.html
http://www.cachampionsforchange.net/en/docs/Everyday-Healthy-Meals-Cookbook.pdf
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/healthy-recipes/NU00585
Educating Children
Picture from www.mass.gov
• Set a good example.
• Explain the importance of eating healthy.
• Let children help prepare meals and snacks.
• Encourage, encourage, encourage
• Do not intimidate.
Let’s get started!!!
Questions?