Title: Demonstrate nutrition and wellness practices that enhance well-being.
Course: Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory II (19904-6) > Section: Demonstrating Nutrition and Wellness

Demonstration should include

- reviewing current USDA resources
- following current dietary guidelines
- making nutritional choices
- getting physical exercise/activity
- managing stress
- getting adequate sleep
- managing health issues (e.g., eating disorders and medical conditions)
- managing weight
- understanding the effects of technology (e.g., televisions, computers, smartphones) on health.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What are the benefits of eating breakfast every day?
- How nutrition and wellness practices related to overall health?
- How does one’s diet affect one’s long-term 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?
- What are some nutrition and wellness resources?

Leadership

- How can you set an example for your family and friends of healthy food choices and eating habits?
- What can you do to implement a positive wellness plan?

Management

- What skills will you need to carry out your wellness plan?
- What are the short- and long-term consequences of not following current dietary guidelines?