Name That Holiday
This holiday has a jolly bearded man bring you presents, and has friends like elves and flying reindeer!
Christmas
True or false: we should eat sugar all the time!
False! Sugar may be tasty, but it does not have any nutrients in it to keep our bodies healthy.
True or false: Americans on average consume over 4,000 calories on a holiday.
True! Research shows Americans may eat 4,500 calories on a holiday, which is more than the daily average of 2,000 calories.
This holiday last 8 days. Those celebrating use a menorah to light a candle on each day.
Hannukah
One way to eat less sugar on a holiday is to drink _______ instead of a pop/soda.
Water
Your cousin fills up his/her ENTIRE plate with mashed potatoes, then pours gravy all over it. They say they are eating healthy because a potato is a vegetable. Are they making the healthiest choice?
They are only eating one food group (potato) and then some gravy. They could be more healthy by eating a variety of different foods, including foods from other food groups.
Families celebrating ______ may decorate with colorful African art and "kente", and use music to celebrate their ancestors.
Kwanzaa
True or false: Honey is a sugar.
True! Even though it is made by bees, it is still a sugar.
Uh oh! The food from your holiday dinner is sitting out on the counter. How long before we need to make sure it is chilled, in the fridge?
2 hours max
Arrr, Matey! Put on an eyepatch, get your pet parrot, and head out to the sea for this holiday!
International Talk Like a Pirate Day (Sept. 19th)
A candy bowl is sitting out at a party and you keep eating more candy! How could you stop eating all that candy?
If the candy is sitting out, we are more likely to grab it and eat it. Put the candy out of sight so we don't eat as much. Sit somewhere else, far away from the candy. Eat some vegetables or fruits instead. Drink some water instead.
You can eat healthier this holiday by making half of your plate _______ & _____________.
Fruits & Vegetables !