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Nutrients
Nutrients
Bell Ringer 2.1
➔ Look at each food label, hung around the
room. If you were stuck on a deserted island, which food would you choose based off of the nutrients? Explain why in your packets!
➔ Share with your Neighbor the item you chose. Why did you choose that item?
#1
Item: Real Mayonnaise
#2
Item: Dark Chocolate Sea salt KIND bar
#3
Item: Cup O Noodles
#4
Item: Swedish Fish
#5
Item: Raw Almonds
#6
Item: Fruit Snacks
What does a car need in order to work correctly?
Just like a car needs certain things to work, so do our bodies!
Nutrients
◻ A substance that provides nourishment essential for growth.
◻ Nutrient Dense: Foods that are high in nutrients.
◻ Empty Calories: Foods that are high in calories, but low in nutrients.
6 Basic Nutrients
◻ Carbohydrates◻ Fat◻ Protein◻ Vitamins◻ Minerals◻ Water
Your Assignment..
➔ You will be researching the six nutrients to fill out the notes in your packet
➔ Research◆ Why we need the nutrient ◆ Where we get the nutrient (sources)
Keep in mind..➔ Use the internet appropriately ➔ You may work with a friend, but must do
your own research
Let’s review!
Carbohydrates
Used for…The body’s main source of ENERGY
How much do we need?
Simple carbs: quick energy Complex carbs: long-lasting energy
Types of Carbohydrates
Fiber: Cleans the intestines and helps eliminate waste.
Fats
◻ Used to…
1. Keep our bodies warm.
2. Store energy3. Cushion & protect
organs4. Transport
vitamins5. Add flavor to
foods
Types of Fat
Let’s look at that again...
Protein
◻ Used to:⬜ Help our bodies grow⬜ Build & repair body
tissues
Where do we get it?
Water
Quick Fact◻ Makes up 60-70% of the human
body.
What does it do?1. Carries nutrients to all
parts of the body2. Water helps the body get
rid of wastes 3. Energizes muscles4. Regulate body
temperature5. Helps important organs
function
Where do we get it?
WATER of course!
We can also get water from food!
Are you getting enough water?
VitaminsUsed to regulate body functions
Vitamin Importance Sources
A Promotes growth, the immune system, & vision
Sweet potatoes, carrots, spinach, kale, squash
D Promotes healthy bones
Dairy, eggs, fish, fortified cereals
E Protects body tissues from damage & keeps the immune system strong
Spinach, nuts, avocados, fish, broccoli
K Helps blood to clot Herbs, green leafy vegetables, hot spices, asparagus, dried fruit
Vitamin Importance Sources
B Essential for body functions such as energy production & making red blood cells
Seafood, red meat, low-fat dairy, eggs, fortified cereal
C Promotes growth and repair of tissues
Peppers, dark green leafy vegetables, kiwi, broccoli, berries, citrus fruits
Fat-soluble: Dissolve in fat & can be stored in the body.
Water-soluble: Dissolve in water & are not stored in the body.
Minerals ◻ Help your body grow, develop, and stay healthy.
Mineral Importance Sources
Iron Carries oxygen throughout your body Clams/oysters, meat, nuts, dark leafy greens
Potassium Regulates blood pressure Dark leafy greens, baked potatoes, yogurt, bananas
Calcium Builds strong bones Cheese, yogurt, milk, dark leafy greens, fortified cereal/orange juice
Zinc Keeps immune system strong Seafood, meat, spinach, nuts, beans
Quiz next time!
#ActivityIn groups, you will create a hashtag for each nutrient.◻ Use a word or phrase to create a
hashtag that best describes that nutrient
◻ You will have five hashtags total
Assignment
◻ Choose ONE:◻
⬜ Rap/Song■ Individually or groups of 2 or 3
⬜ Comic■ Individually or groups of 2
REMEMBER TO FOLLOW THE RUBRIC. HAVE FUN AND BE CREATIVE!
