Nutrition 1
True or False: The foods that we choose to eat, do not have an impact on your body
False! Making healthy food choices can help to keep us healthy, safe, and prevents illnesses.
Which food is not a fruit?
Orange, Celery, Banana, Pear
Celery! It is a vegetable!
What is a bedtime routine?
Completing a list of tasks that our important to do each night. It also helps our brain calm down and get ready for bed.
Example: brushing teeth or watching a TV show
What is the name of the product that we should apply underneath our armpits daily?
Deodorant
How often should we remember to brush our teeth?
At least twice a day!
Which nutrient helps keep our bones and muscles strong?
Protein!
What is a dairy product?
Do children or adults need more sleep?
Children! Sleep is super important to help a child's bodies to grow!
How often should we take a shower or a bath after we reach the age of 12?
Daily!
What are some reasons people have a hard time getting enough sleep?
Stress
Increased use of electronics
Lack of physical activity throughout the day
Having an unhealthy diet (making poor food choices)
Sleeping disorders (example: sleep apnea)
Where would you find the ingredients on a box or can of food?
The nutrition label!
What nutrient is calcium?
A mineral. It is responsible for maintaining strong bones and teeth
How many hours of sleep should we try to get each night? (ages 12+)
8-10 hours
When should we always remember to wash our hands?
Before eating or cooking
After going outside or in public
After coughing or sneezing
After using the bathroom
After touching someone else or a pet
What is the only food or drink that has 0 calories?
Water!
Which foods have natural sugars in them that are healthy for our body?
Fruit!
Which nutrient is broken down into three parts including starches, sugars, and fibers?
Carbohydrates
List two benefits of sleep.
Improves focus and concentration.
Improves energy level during our day.
Improves our mood.
What is conditioner and what does it do?
It helps to recondition and rehydrate your hair and is applied right after rinsing out shampoo.
What is a hygiene habit?
A hygiene habit is any routine that we follow to look after our bodies to make sure we stay clean and healthy
Can you name all six main nutrients?
Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Water, Vitamins, and Minerals,
What is fiber?
A type of carbohydrate that your body can not break down. It helps your body with digestion.
Explain how your body is like a battery in terms of sleep.
If you do not sleep enough (charge your body), you won't have enough energy to make it through the day. The same way your phone or laptop will die during the school day if it is not charged overnight.
Name two other oral hygiene habits/products other than brushing your teeth
Dental floss and mouthwash
What is body odor and how do we avoid it?
Body odor is an odor a combination of sweat and bacteria that is found on the skin
Clean ourselves properly in the shower and apply deodorant often!