Food and nutrients
A balanced diet
Food shopping and labels
Healthy living
100

It gives us energy, helps us grow and keeps us healthy

Why is food important for us?

100

They do not eat meat or fish.

What are vegetarians?

100

We can look at these when we go shopping, they tell us what is inside of our food.

What are food labels?

100

We should do this after eating our meals, for good dental hygiene.

When should we brush our teeth?

200

These are the two types of micronutrients.

What are vitamins and minerals?

200

This gives our body the right amount of nutrients it needs to function well.

Why do we need a balanced diet?

200

Green and amber. 

Which traffic light colours on a food label show that it is mostly healthy?

200

We should drink 6-8 glasses.

How much water should we try to drink everyday?

300

These are the three types of macronutrients.

What are fats, proteins and carbohydrates?

300

This type of diet includes fruit, vegetables, fish, white meat, pulses, cereals and healthy fats.

What is a Mediterranean diet?

300

These show us the amount of energy contained in foods or drinks.

What are calories?

300

Keep the volume at a lower level when using headphones.

How can we protect our hearing?

400

Problems that may happen if we don“t eat a balanced diet.

What are tooth decay, obesity and cancer examples of?

400

High amounts of sugar, saturated fat and salt.

What should we avoid when choosing food products?

400

Washing our hands regularly, getting vaccinated, seeing the doctor.

How can we prevent diseases?

500

These help our body to absorb vitamins. They can be saturated or unsaturated.

What are fats?

500

Not spending too long on screens, and spending time with people we love.

How can we keep our mind healthy?