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Healthy Eating Patterns “Build a Healthy Plate”

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Page 1: Healthy Eating Patterns “Build a Healthy Plate”. Remember all food groups are important to good health. Each food group provides some, but not all of

Healthy Eating Patterns“Build a Healthy Plate”

Page 2: Healthy Eating Patterns “Build a Healthy Plate”. Remember all food groups are important to good health. Each food group provides some, but not all of

Remember all food groups are important to good health.

• Each food group provides some, but not all of the nutrients you need.• No one single food or food group can provide all nutrients.• Eating a variety ensures you get all nutrients

Page 3: Healthy Eating Patterns “Build a Healthy Plate”. Remember all food groups are important to good health. Each food group provides some, but not all of

Characteristics of Healthy Eating Patterns

Reading and understanding food labels

Page 4: Healthy Eating Patterns “Build a Healthy Plate”. Remember all food groups are important to good health. Each food group provides some, but not all of

Portion Control• Enjoy your food, but eat less.• Avoid oversized portions.

Page 5: Healthy Eating Patterns “Build a Healthy Plate”. Remember all food groups are important to good health. Each food group provides some, but not all of

Foods to Reduce:• Compare sodium in foods like soup, bread

and frozen meals, and choose foods with the lower numbers.

• Drink water instead of sugary drinks.

Page 6: Healthy Eating Patterns “Build a Healthy Plate”. Remember all food groups are important to good health. Each food group provides some, but not all of

• Nutrients are substances found in food that are essential for growth and energy.

• There are SIX basic essential nutrients:– Carbohydrates

– Lipids– Protein– Vitamins– Minerals– Water

Intro to the Six Essential Nutrients

Page 7: Healthy Eating Patterns “Build a Healthy Plate”. Remember all food groups are important to good health. Each food group provides some, but not all of

The functions & caloric value of the 6 nutrients

Carbohydrates 4 cal/per gram Provides Energy

Lipids 9 cal/ per gram

Carrier for vitamins A, D, E, and K. Reserve supply of energy Protects internal organs from shock and injury. Insulates the body from shock and temperature changes. Promotes healthy skin.

Protein 4 cal/ per gram

The primary function of protein is to build and repair body tissues

Vitamins 0 Prevents disease and keeps the body healthy

Minerals 0 Builds strong bones and teeth

Water 0 Carries water soluble vitamins. Carries waste through the body. Regulates body temperature through perspiration. Prevents dehydration. Dehydration occurs from lack of water

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Individual Caloric Needs• Each person’s caloric needs depends on

age, gender and activity level.

Gender & Age Daily Caloric Needs

Daily Limit for Empty Calories

Boys 9-13 1,800 160

Boys 14-18 2,200 265

Girls 9-13 1,600 120

Girls 14-18 1,800 160

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Empty Calories• Foods that have solid fats and added sugars add

calories to food, but few or no nutrients. • In some foods, like candies and sodas, ALL the

calories are empty calories.• A small amount of empty calories are okay, but most

people eat far more than what is healthy.

Gender & Age Daily Caloric Needs

Daily Limit for Empty Calories

Boys 9-13 1,800 160

Boys 14-18 2,200 265

Girls 9-13 1,600 120Girls 14-18 1,800 160