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FACS 56 life management
eating well
http://health.discovery.com/videos/diet-fitness-videos/
six essential nutrients
all foods contain one or more nutrients•carbohydrates•protein•fat•vitamins•minerals•water
can we live without one or more of these nutrients?
six essential nutrients
carbohydrates•provide energy for the body—particularly the brain & nervous system
six essential nutrients
protein•primary importance for growth and maintenance of bodily systems•also vital in tissue repair•insufficient protein is rare in the typical American diet
six essential nutrients
fat•provide concentrated storeof energy•insulation for the body•also assist in the utilization of some vitamins•too much fat in the diet is linked with heart disease and obesity
•unsaturated—liquid at room temperature•saturated—solid at room temperature
•cholesterol—fatty acid; reduce in diet if at risk for heart disease
six essential nutrients
vitamins•provide trace amounts of elements essential for life and growth•vitamins A,D, and K—mobilized by fat & essential for healthy bones & teeth•vitamin C—cannot be produced by body & must be eaten daily
•holds cells together, helps you resist infection, keeps teeth & gums healthy
•B vitamins allow body to utilize protein & carbohydrates
six essential nutrients
minerals•provide trace elements essential for strong bones & teeth, healthy muscles and blood & nerves• assist in formation of many enzymes and hormones
six essential nutrients
water•found in every cell of the body•ESSENTIAL for transporting other nutrients & for waste removal•regulates body temperature•cushions and lubricates parts of the body•recommended that we drink 64-ounces “8 glasses” per day in addition to what we eat
the food guide pyramid
•grains—provide complex carbohydrates & fibers (6-11)•vegetables—contain specific vitamins & minerals and fiber (3-5)•fruits—also contain specific vitamins & minerals and fiber (2-3)•milk—provides calcium, vitamin D, protein & fat (3-4)•meat—major source of protein; select lowest-fat versions of these foods (2-3)
what about the yellow slice of the pyramid?
how much food for me
number of servings in each category depends upon age, size & activity level
the same factors affect the caloric level needed to maintain your current weight
SERVING SIZES?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBko_3wT44Q
selecting healthy foods
Dietary Guidelines:1.Eat a variety of foods daily.2.Maintain a healthy weight.3.Choose a diet low in fat and
cholesterol.4. Choose a diet with plenty of
vegetables, fruits and grain products.5. Use sugars in moderation.6. Use salt and sodium in moderation.7. If you drink alcohol, do so in
moderation.
participation activity:learning about labels
refer to pgs. 121-2,6 in your text for more specifics
select a food label from the labels provided inclass and complete the worksheet on pg. 126 using the information on the label