INTRO TO NUTRITION AND PORTION SIZE

INTRO TO NUTRITION AND PORTION SIZES Target: I will be able to describe the ideal

portion sizes

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Why Do We Eat?1.Source of Nutrients for your body to

function properly 2.Body’s Physical Need for Food• Food, air, and water are basic needs for survival• Hunger is a natural protection against starvation

3. Your Mind’s Desire for Food• Appetite: the desire to eat rather than the need

Influences on Eating Habits1. Culture influence food 2. Family and friends• Food is often present at social gatherings

3. Advertising- Many people believe the claims that are made in advertisements• But many are misleading claims• Ex: Low in fat products can still be high

in calories

4. Time and money• Taste and nutritional value are the top 2 factors influencing shopping choices• Cost, convenience, and food safety come next• Do not to skip meals just to save time or money.

5. Your Emotions• Eating because you’re bored, under stress, frustration or depression

Promoting Healthy Eating Habits1. Choose foods that have good nutrition but not too much fat, cholesterol, sodium, or refined sugar2. Know that your appetite continues after hunger has been satisfied.3. Follow recommended portion sizes

 

Serving size: The amount of food listed on a product's food label Portion size: How much food you choose to eat at one time

Serving size: The amount of food listed on a product's food label Portion size: How much food you choose to eat at one timeHow to Manage Your Portions:1. Learn the hand symbols for portions

Serving size: The amount of food listed on a product's food label Portion size: How much food you choose to eat at one time

How to Manage Your Portions:1. Learn the hand symbols for portions2. Learn to read food labels 3. Compare marketplace portions to recommended serving sizes. 

 

 

4. Repackage supersize bags. 5. Share a meal. 6. Eat half or less if not sharing. 7. Use a smaller plate. 8. Slow down and skip second helpings. 

 

PORTIONS 101

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Choose your 5 favorite foods Then draw 5 examples of tips/tricks that you can use to portion out the correct serving sizes of these foods. *Use a minimum of 4 colors