HE - Nutrition for Health (Lesson)

Nutrition For Health

In this lesson, we will focus on the role of nutrition in your life. Choosing the right foods is important for lifelong health. The body needs 6 types of nutrients for good health: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water.

Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers

Download and read Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers. Links to an external site.

 

Essential Vitamins

Essential Vitamins and Minerals 1. Brain and Memory Recommended Vitamins and Minerals B6, B12, Folic Acid Avocados, Nuts, Broccoli, Grapes 2. Digestion and Detox Recommended Vitamins and Minerals A, B1, 83, 86, 87,812, C, D Bananas, Lemons, Kale, Radishes, Apples 3. Reproductive Health Recommended Vitamins and Minerals B6, B12, Folic Avocados, Berries, Ginger, Onions, Peanuts 4. Bone Strength Recommended Vitamins and Minerals D, K2, Calcium, Magnesium Broccoli, Kale, Nuts, Beans 5. Eye Function Recommended Vitamins and Minerals A, C, E, Lutein, Z Oranges, Berries. Kale, Carrots. Nuts 6. Heart and Blood Recommended Vitamins and Minerals B Complex, D, K, Omega3, CoQ10 Oranges, Garlic, Bananas, Watermelon 7. Muscular System Recommended Vitamins and Minerals B Complex, C, D, E, Omega3 Avocados, Broccoli, Oranges, Carrots 8. Energy Release Recommended Vitamins and Minerals B12, Magnesium, CoQ10 Avocados, Broccoli, Ginger, Kale, Radishes Vitamins and Minerals Add healthy nutrients to your diet, eat more vegetables and fruits It's best to consume a variety of foods than taking supplements Ask your doctor how to get nutrients you need and how to integrate your diet with supplements

Food Nutrition Label

Sample Label for Macaroni and Cheese Nutrition Facts Start Here Serving Size 1 cup (228g) Servings Per Container 2 Amount Per Serving Calories 250 Calories from Fat 110 Quick Guide to % Daily Value 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high Limit these Nutrients Total Fat 12g % Daily Value* 18% Saturated Fat 3g % Daily Value* 15% Trans Fat 1.5g Total Carbohydrate 31g % Daily Value* 10% Dietary Fiber 0g % Daily Value* 0% Sugars 5g Protein 5g Get Enough of these Nutrients Vitamin A % Daily Value* 4% Vitamin C % Daily Value* 2% Calcium % Daily Value* 20% Iron % Daily Value* 4% Footnote *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs: Total Fat Calories less than: 65g based on 2,000 calorie diet, 80g based on 2,500 calorie diet Sat Fat Calories less than: 20g based on 2,000 calorie diet, 25g based on 2,500 calorie diet Cholesterol Calories less than: 300mg based on 2,000 calorie diet, 300mg based on 2,500 calorie diet Sodium Calories less than: 2,400 mg based on 2,000 calorie diet, 2,400mg based on 2,500 calorie diet Total Carbohydrate 300g based on 2,000 calorie diet, 375g based on 2,500 calorie diet Dietary Fiber 25g based on 2,000 calorie diet, 30g based on 2,500 calorie diet

Six Nutrients

Use the interactive below to learn about the six essential nutrients. 

Importance of Nutrition Video

Watch the video below to learn about the importance of nutrition.

 

MyPlate – Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, Protein, and diary. Website: Choosemyplate.gov

Do YOU Eat Breakfast?

 

Nutrition Health Activity

Complete the following interactive to show what you know. 

 

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