Plan may include
- following Dietary Guidance, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
- making nutritional choices (e.g., keeping a food log)
- getting physical exercise
- spending time in nature
- developing coping strategies
- managing stress
- getting adequate sleep (e.g., completing a sleep log)
- managing health issues (e.g., eating disorders and medical conditions)
- understanding the effects of technology (e.g., televisions, computers, videogames, social media, smartphones) on health
- understanding the need to take technology breaks and vary activities.
Teacher Resource:
Student Body, FCCLA National Program (available in FCCLA portal)
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What are the benefits of eating breakfast every day?
- How are nutrition and wellness practices related to overall health?
- What are examples of healthy food substitutions (e.g., Greek yogurt instead of sour cream; low-fat milk vs. whole milk)?
Communication
- What is the purpose of dietary guidelines? How have they evolved?
- How can increasing physical activity improve mental health?
Leadership
- How can you model healthy technology use?
- What can you do to implement a positive wellness plan?
Management
- How can you reduce technology use and increase physical activity?
- What are the short- and long-term consequences of not following current dietary guidelines?