Healthy Foods
Why is it important to eat fruits and vegetables every day?
They help keep you healthy, give you vitamins, and energy.
How does exercise help your body stay strong?
Exercise makes your muscles and bones strong, and helps keep your heart healthy.
What happens if you eat too many sugary foods?
If you eat too many sugary foods, you might gain weight, feel tired, have cavities, or feel sick. It’s better to have them in moderation.
Why is it important to drink water throughout the day?
To stay hydrated. Water makes up most of our body and is super vital for survival and growth.
How can playing outside make you feel?
Playing outside can make you feel happy, healthy, and full of energy.
How does eating protein help your body?
Protein helps your muscles grow and stay strong.
Why should you stretch before exercising?
Stretching prevents injury and makes your muscles more flexible.
How can physical activity help your brain?
Physical activity keeps your brain sharp, helps you focus, and boosts your mood.
Why should you eat a variety of foods?
Eating a variety of foods gives your body different nutrients, like vitamins, minerals, and protein.
What type of exercise can help your heart stay healthy?
Heart-healthy exercises like running, jumping, or biking help your heart pump blood more easily.
How can eating breakfast help you feel better during the day?
Eating breakfast gives you energy and you are able to focus more throughout the day.
Why is it important to be active every day?
Physical activity overall improves your mental, physical, and emotional health. (brain, heart, muscles, etc.)
What happens to your muscles when you exercise?
Exercise helps your muscles get stronger, which makes you better at activities like running or lifting.
Why is MyPlate helpful in choosing healthy foods?
It helps you make better choices about what food to eat and what portion sizes are best.
How can walking or running help your body?
Walking or running helps your heart, builds muscle, and boosts your energy
Why is calcium important for your bones?
Calcium strengthen and supports your bones.
How does exercise help you sleep better?
Makes your body tired, helps your brain relax, teaches your body when to sleep, etc.
What does healthy food do for your energy?
Eating healthy foods give you energy to focus, learn and play.
How can eating healthy foods help you stay at a healthy weight?
keeps you full and not hungry, gives you energy to exercise, keeps your body strong, keeps your body balanced.
What can happen if you don’t get enough physical activity?
Not getting enough physical activity can make you feel tired or weak, your moods will be bad, and your body won't grow and strengthen properly.
What food group includes beans, lentils, and tofu?
The Protein Group
What are some endurance exercises?
Run, walk, swim, jog, jumping jacks, dance, etc.
What happens when you don’t get enough vitamins and minerals?
You might feel tired, your body has trouble growing, you might get sick more often, your bones might get weak, etc.
Why is eating fruits and vegetables good for your immune system?
Fruits and vegetables help your body fight off sickness and stay strong.
What can happen if you sit too long without moving?
Sitting too long without moving can make you feel sluggish or stiff, so it’s important to get up and move every hour.