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Curtis Arsi5th grade health classNutrition What is nutrition and why is it so important??Providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.Major source of energy for body so that organs and other systems of the body can function properly. Aids in human growthHelp repair and health damaged tissues and cells

Healthy EatingWhat is considered to be healthy food?What is the food pyramid?Guideline of what foods should be consumed on a daily basis.Gives daily intake of healthy foods.Help plan own diet regiment.

Food Pyramid Break Down In order from least to most consumption.Oils/ Fats Protein FoodsDairyFruits & VegetablesGrains

Serving sizesWhat is a serving size?It is the recommended daily amount of a selected food group for a personEach food group have different serving sizes and are measured in different units.Grains and meats are measured in ounces, Milk, fruits, and vegetables are measured in cups.Daily serving sized vary from person to person depending on a persons physical activity, age, and genderOils and FatsServing size- Use sparingly Some oil and fatty foodsCanola oilOlive oilNutsButterBeef, Chicken, and Pork fatShortening

Protein2-3 servings daily (4oz. One serving) Foods that are high in protein BeefPoultry FishPorkBeans and peas Eggs Nuts and seeds

DairyMinimum of 3 servings dailyTypes of dairy foodsMilkCheeseYogurt PuddingIce Cream

Fruits and Vegetables Minimum 5-6 serving dailyVegetablesCarrots Lettuce Broccoli Mushrooms Potatoes PumpkinsFruitsStrawberriesBananas ApplesPineapple

Grains Daily Servings 6-7Grain foods Whole-wheat flourOatmealBrown riceWhite riceBreadPasta

Vitamins & Minerals Helps maintain homeostasis in the bodyMany different kinds of vitamins and minerals Vitamins are classified as macronutrientsMinerals are classified as micronutrients Different kinds of Vitamins and Minerals

Different kinds of Vitamins and Minerals

Fibers Soluble Fibers- Dissolves in water, lower cholesterol and delays stomach emptying time so that sugar is absorbedCan be found in foods like oats, legumes (beans, peas, and soybeans), apples, bananas, berries, barely, some vegetables, and psylluimInsoluble Fibers- increases movement of material through digestive tract and stool bulk. Can be found in whole wheat foods, nuts, seeds, and skin of some fruits and vegetables

Food Labels

Serving size & Calories Nutrition ValueVitamins & Minerals Ingredients WaterAn essential liquid for the human bodyResponsible to 60% of body weightWater aids in the function of every system in the body.Humans should consume 8 to 9 cups of water dailyPeople who are physically active lose water faster and must consumer more then the daily recommendations.

Physical Activity (Children & Adolescents) Recommended physical activity for ages 6-17 is 1 hour every dayImproves cardiorespiratory endurance and muscular fitnessFavorable body compositionImproved bone healthImproved cardiovascular and metabolic health biomarkersReduced symptoms of anxiety and depressionPhysical Activity (Adults)2 hours and 30 minutes a week of moderate-intensityMuscle-strengthening activities that involve all major muscle groups performed on 2 or more days per week.Results in Lower risk of: Early deathHeart diseaseStrokeType 2 diabetesHigh blood pressure Adverse blood lipid profileMetabolic syndromeColon and breast cancersPrevention of weight gainWeight loss when combined with diet

Calorie consumption Energy received from food are caloriesThe number of calories that a person consumes are based on many factors:Age, sex, size, activity level, whether or not you are a pregnant or breastfeeding woman, whether you have a chronic illnessThe National Academy of Sciences recommends the following calorie categories:1,600 calories - Many sedentary women and some older adults

2,200 calories - Children, teenage girls, active women and many sedentary men.

Women who are pregnant may need around 500 calories more per day and an additional 300 calories for breast-feeding.

2,800 calories - Teenage boys, active men and very active women

Physical Activity and NutritionPeople like athletes must consume more calories and certain types of foodThis will enable them to reach there full ability during playProfessional athletes may have a nutritionist to help them each not just the proper food but the proper amount of food.

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