WHY WE EAT

Wellness

Wellness

Wellness is a lifestyle. Making choices everyday that

will keep your body, mind and relationships healthy.

Wellness: Answer the following questions.

I eat regular, balanced meals every day.

I drink plenty of water every day and when exercising.

I get between 8 and 9 hours of sleep each night.

I exercise at least 30 minutes 3 or more times a week.

Wellness: Answer the following questions.

I wear my seatbelt and use protective gear when playing sports.

I do not use tobacco, alcohol or other drugs.

I ask for help when I need it. I get along with others. I can manage stress.

WHY WE EAT

Influences on Food Choices

Physical Needs

Nutritients– Chemicals from food that your body uses to carry out its functions

Wellness Food is a big part of maintaining

wellness. I’m Hungry!

Psychological Needs

Security- feeling free of harm and

want Comfort food (love and

reward) Sense of belonging-

Feeling of being accepted by others

Enjoyment Feeling of pleasure

Social Needs

Culture- shared customs and beliefs geography

Family-main influence based on cultural background Family traditions

Friends- social experiences

Media-major influence on whole country TV, internet, celebrities, advertisements,

news etc.

Available Resources

Technology and the Food Supply

MoneyKnowledge

How were the eating habits of the 1950s compared to today?

Personal Influences

Lifestyle-typical way of life

Values and Priorities Choices depend on personal values

Emotions Certain foods help people feel better

Identifying Food Choices

INFLUENCE DEFINITION EXAMPLES

Nutrition and Wellness

Security

Sense of Belonging

Enjoyment

Culture

Family

Friends

Media

Resources

Technology

Lifestyle

Values

Emotions

FOOD AND CULTURE

Understanding Culture

Geography- particular region

Heritage/Ethnic Group

Religion-common faith and beliefs

Blending Cultures

Food Customs

Unique Foodso Foods particular to certain areas

Dietary Laws- religious beliefs dictate diet

Cultural Etiquette- local customs

Special Occasions

Food and Culture

INFLUENCE EXAMPLES

Unique Foods

Dietary Laws

Cultural Etiquette

Special Occasions

Germany: The Melander family of BargteheideFood expenditure for one week: 375.39 Euros or $500.07

United States: The Revis family of North Carolina

Food expenditure for one week $341.98

Italy: The Manzo family of SicilyFood expenditure for one week: 214.36 Euros or $260.11

Mexico: The Casales family of Cuernavaca Food expenditure for one week: 1,862.78 Mexican Pesos or $189.09

Poland: The Sobczynscy family of Konstancin-JeziornaFood expenditure for one week: 582.48 Zlotys or $151.27

Egypt : The Ahmed family of CairoFood expenditure for one week: 387.85 Egyptian Pounds or $68.53

Ecuador : The Ayme family of TingoFood expenditure for one week: $31.55

Bhutan : The Namgay family of Shingkhey VillageFood expenditure for one week: 224.93 ngultrum or $5.03

Chad : The Aboubakar family of Breidjing CampFood expenditure for one week: 685 CFA Francs or $1.23

What kind of food would you serve at the following events?

Black and Gold Super bowl party

Baby’s 1st birthday partyGolden anniversary celebration

How do these foods meet the physical requirements of these occasions?

How about the psychological needs?