Healthy Eating - Grade 4
Sugar and starches are examples of...
Carbohydrates
Give two examples of macronutrients.
Proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.
What is moderation?
Moderation means to avoid having too much of something.
What is body image?
Body image is the opinion that someone has about their own body.
Grade 4 - List two healthy foods you could have on a camping trip.
Grade 5 - People only posting their "best" on social media. Is that a positive or negative impact?
Grade 4 - Sliced vegetables, sandwiches, apples, healthy trail mix
Grade 5 - Negative impact
Give two examples of minerals.
Calcium, Potassium, Sodium, Iron
List two foods that have natural sugars in them.
Banana, apple, pear, strawberries.
Why is eating in moderation important?
It is important because you should not eat too many unhealthy foods. Your body needs nutrients and minerals to continue to grow and develop.
List two things that can affect a person's body image?
Social media, comments made by others, advertisements, commercials
Grade 4 - Give two examples of how you could help prepare healthy foods at home.
Grade 5 - People sharing exercise routines on social media. Is that a positive or negative impact?
Grade 4 - Wash and slice fruits and vegetables, make a sandwich, help put ingredients on the counter.
Grade 5 - Positive impact
Give two examples of unhealthy eating habits.
Eating in front of the TV, Eating while scrolling on your cellphone or iPad.
The item that is listed last on the ingredients list means what?
It is found in the smallest quantity in the product.
Give two examples of healthy carbohydrates.
Brown rice, whole grain pasta, fruit
What is a fad diet?
A fad diet is trendy weight-loss plan.
Grade 4 - Give an example of two foods that are high in fat.
Grade 5 - People using filters on their photos for social media. Is that a positive or negative impact?
Grade 4 - Eggs, French fries, whole milk, chocolate bar
Grade 5 - Negative impact
Which nutrient is good for your digestion?
Fibre
A program that offers a reward for shopping often at a certain place is called...
Loyalty program
Give two examples of healthy proteins.
Chicken, steak, eggs, milk, yogurt
List two characteristics of a fad diet?
They are usually not sustainable, promise to be a quick fix, encourage fast results, they sound too good to be true, and their claims are not heavily supported by research.
Grade 4 - Give two examples of foods that are low in fat.
Grade 5 - People making comments that are body shaming others on social media. Is that a positive or negative impact?
Grade 4 - Watermelon, apple, fat-free yogurt
Grade 5 - Negative impact
Give three examples of food that have a lot of protein.
Beef, chicken, eggs.
What is not included on a nutrition label?
Brand name
Give two examples of healthy fats.
Chicken, avocado, whole milk, eggs, nuts
How can advertisements to lose weight impact a consumer?
The purpose of advertisements are to sell people products, not make people healthy. People may see this diet and try it without fully understanding the health implications. A person who follows the diet would miss valuable macronutrients like proteins, carbohydrates and fats.
Grade 4 - What is the recommended beverage according to Canada's Food Guide?
Grade 5 - People recommending a dietitian through social media. Is that a positive or negative impact?
Grade 4 - Water
Grade 5 - Positive impact