Explanation should include
- defining nutrition
- identifying sources of nutrients
- identifying nutritious foods
- identifying the benefits of current USDA nutritional guidelines
- differentiating among whole, processed, fortified, and refined foods
- predicting the consequences of good nutrition and poor nutrition.
Teacher Resources:
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What are macronutrients?
- What are the six essential nutrients?
Communication
- What resources are available to help in making healthy eating decisions?
- How does the media (e.g., television, social media, magazines, Internet) affect your food choices?
Leadership
- How can you encourage others to eat healthy?
- What strategies may be effective in making healthy eating decisions?
Management
- Why is it important to choose whole and minimally processed foods vs. highly processed or refined foods?
- How might family practices affect food decisions?