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Nutrition

Nutrition. Ashleigh Boyce 6 th Grade. What is Nutrition?. “the sum total of the processes involved in the taking in and the utilization of food substances by which growth, repair and maintenance of the body are accomplished.” Definition according to Whatisnutritiontips.com.

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Nutrition

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  1. Nutrition Ashleigh Boyce 6th Grade

  2. What is Nutrition? • “the sum total of the processes involved in the taking in and the utilization of food substances by which growth, repair and maintenance of the body are accomplished.” • Definition according to Whatisnutritiontips.com

  3. Why is Nutrition important? • To promote healthy lifestyle • To promote healthier choices • To increase life span • To increase quality of life • To give body what it needs

  4. Why some foods are more nutritious than others… • Fat content • Ingredients • Calories • Vitamins • Minerals

  5. Food Pyramid

  6. Recommended Servings • Fruits • 2 cups daily • Vegetables • 2.5 to 3 cups daily • Grains • 3 to 4 ounces daily • Proteins • 5.5 to 6.5 ounces daily • Dairy • 3 cups daily

  7. Nutrient Classes • Fruits • Apples, bananas, oranges, etc. • Vegetables • 5 subgroups • Dark green (spinach) • Starchy (corn) • Red & Orange (red pepper) • Beans & Peas (black beans) • Other (artichoke)

  8. Nutrient Classes (cont’d) • Grains • 2 subgroups • Whole grains (brown rice) • Refined grains (cornbread) • Dairy • Milk (fat free, reduced) • Cheese (natural, processed) • Yogurt (low fat)

  9. Nutrient Classes (cont’d) • Proteins • Meats (beef, ham) • Poultry (chicken, turkey) • Eggs (chicken eggs) • Beans & Peas (soy beans) • Nuts & Seeds (almonds, cashews) • Seafood (clams, salmon)

  10. Product Labels • How To Understand Nutrition Labels • Food Label and You Video

  11. Benefits of Healthy Eating • Maintain weight • Energy • Good health • Live longer • Live better

  12. Healthy vs. Unhealthy • Healthy • Vegetables • Milk • Water • Whole Grains • Fruits • Unhealthy • Fast food • Snacks • Candy • Soda

  13. Factors that influence food choices • Time • Family • Friends • Activities • Cost • Availability

  14. Nutrition and Physical Activity Nutrition Physical Activity • Vary your proteins • Calcium-rich food • Balanced meals • Drinking water • 2.5 hours per week at moderate workout level • Strengthening • Cardio • Aerobics

  15. Healthy Ways to Lose Weight • Eat healthy • Smaller portions • Watch what you drink • Exercise • 20 minutes, 3 times a week • Vary colors of food • Protein and fiber

  16. HELP! Tips and Tricks • Create a Routine • Keep motivated • Do it with a friend • Reward yourself • Keep good food in your house • Get rid of temptations

  17. BMI Calculator • Body Mass Index • BMI Calculator • Underweight, at weight, overweight, obese • Calculated from weight and height • For teens and adults

  18. Track Yourself Nutrition Physical Activity

  19. Review • Nutrition Basics • Food Pyramid • Benefits • Tricks and Tips • Eat Good & Stay Active Nutrition

  20. Resources • Nutrition.gov • Choose My Plate • What Is Nutrition Tips

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