Food Influences
What are the four main influences on our food choices?
Medical, emotional, practical, and societal influences.
What three body signals did we learn about?
Hunger, thirst, and fullness
Name one reason why healthy eating is important.
It provides energy, supports growth, helps concentration, or supports overall health.
Name one physical activity that does not involve playing a team sport.
Examples: playing outside during recess, walking, dancing, cycling, swimming, or yoga.
What is the main purpose of a food advertisement?
To promote a product and encourage people to buy it.
A student chooses a meal because it reminds them of a happy family celebration. What type of influence is this?
Emotional influence.
Name two signs your body might give you when you're hungry
Examples: stomach growling, low energy, difficulty concentrating, or feeling hungry.
Which nutrient helps our bodies grow and repair muscles and other tissues?
Protein
Name two benefits of being physically active.
Examples: stronger muscles and bones, better mood, improved sleep, heart health, and friendships.
What is a target audience?
The specific group of people an advertisement is designed to reach or persuade.
A student cannot eat peanuts because of an allergy. What type of influence is affecting their food choices?
Medical Influences
Why might you feel thirstier after playing outside on a hot day?
Your body loses water through sweating
Why is it important to eat a variety of different foods?
Different foods provide different nutrients that our bodies need.
True or False: You must be good at sports to live an active lifestyle.
False. Many enjoyable forms of movement count as physical activity.
An ad says, 'Everyone at school is eating this snack!' What marketing strategy is being used?
Peer pressure or FOMO (fear of missing out).
A family chooses a quick meal because they have very little time to cook. What type of influence is this?
Practical Influences
A student finishes lunch and feels comfortably satisfied. What is their body telling them?
They may feel full and have had enough to eat for now.
Explain how eating well can help students during the school day.
Food provides energy and nutrients that support concentration, learning, growth, and daily activities.
How do healthy eating and physical activity work together?
Food provides energy and nutrients, while activity supports physical and mental well-being.
An energy drink ad says, 'Drink this and become the best athlete!' Why should we question this claim?
It makes an exaggerated promise without evidence that the drink will improve athletic ability.
A student wants to try a snack because everyone on social media is talking about it. Identify the influence and explain why.
Societal influence --> Social media and trends can affect what people want to eat.
Two students complete the same activity but feel different levels of hunger. Why might this happen?
People have different needs based on age, activity, and individual differences. Hunger cues vary.
A student has a busy school day followed by sports practice. Suggest two realistic ways they can support their body's needs.
Examples: eat regular meals, bring a snack, drink water, and respond to hunger and thirst cues.
A student doesn't enjoy competitive sports and has limited free time. Suggest two realistic ways they could be active and explain why they help.
Examples: walking, dancing, or active games. They provide movement and can support mood, strength, and overall health.
An influencer promotes a cereal as a 'guaranteed brain booster.' Name two questions a smart consumer should ask.
1. What evidence supports the claim?
2. Is the influencer being paid?
2. Who is selling it?
3. What information is missing?