TEKS & Objectives
7.12.B. identify the main functions of the systems of the human organism, including the circulatory, respiratory, skeletal, muscular, digestive, excretory, reproductive, integumentary, nervous, and endocrine systems;
We will explore the types of nutrients that the body uses for energy and growth.
I will read and interpret a nutritional food label.
1. Watch videos.
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In the past few years, there have been big changes to nutrition labels in the U.S. For one, the calories label has gotten a lot bigger and easier to see:
Let’s think a bit more about what the choice we can make about food.
2. View slides.
3. Review vocabulary and complete assignment.
Calories These measure how much energy a food produces in the body. Extra energy can be stored in the body as fat.
Carbohydrates These are sugars found in foods that produce a lot of energy. They include potatoes and grains.
Protein This builds your muscles. It is found in meats, seeds, eggs and nuts.
Fat This is an energy source for the body and contains the most calories of any nutrient. These can be healthy or unhealthy.
Alternates:
4. Have ONE serving of Oreo Cookies to celebrate your finished assignment.
5. If time permits, play a nutrition game.
Click the thumbnail below to try this salad sorting game.
For more of a challenge, click the thumbnail below to try play this food group maze game at ABCya.
Speaking of food…
What did the baby corn call his dad?
Popcorn
6. “Nutrition 1”
Classroom Resources
- Oreo food label activity
- Healthy food maze
- Salad bowl mixup
- Vocabulary PowerPoint Reinforcement (4 slides)