Introduction to Nutrition for Preteens
Happy Kids Nutrition Academy
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(207)
Introduction to Nutrition for Preteens will delve into the basic food groups, how our bodies digest and use food, the importance of water and fiber in our diet, food labels, GMOs,s and the processing of food.
Class experience
Introduction to Nutrition for Preteens will delve into the basic food groups, the nutritional value of the foods we eat, how our bodies digest and use food, the importance of water and fiber in our diet, food labels, GMO,s and the processing of food. Each lesson will be presented using PowerPoint, in-class activities, and discussions. the student will receive notes, questions, experiments, and worksheets, Note: Your learner will not miss any content by “enrolling late”! This means there...
7 lessons//7 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1What is NutritionWhat is Nutrition Why do we eat food What influences our nutritional choices Practical Meal Planning Guidelines Food Groups Whole wheat grains vs White flourWeek 2Lesson 2Nutrition for HealthWhat are the essential 6 nutrients - (fats, carbs, proteins, vitamins, minerals, water) What happens when you become deficient in nutrients video: What is fat Nutrition tips The importance of waterWeek 3Lesson 3Digestion and MetabolismFactions about Digestion Mechanical vs Chemical digestion organs of the digestive system video: digestion system experiment What is metabolism? Factors that influence our metabolismWeek 4Lesson 4How to read a food labelThe components that make up a food label (calories, serving sizes, nutrients etc) What is junk food? How can I know which foods are junk food? How do we get hooked on junk food? The dangers of trans fat and how to spot trans fats on a nutrition labelWeek 5Lesson 5Creating a Healthy Meal PlanAffects on the Media Media influences Healthy Meal Planning 5 Food groups food trends 10 tips for a great plate Eating Breakfast Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day (video) Healthy lunch, snack, and supper optionsWeek 6Lesson 6Agricultural & GMOsWhat is agriculture? Agriculture products The goal of agricultural What do we eat? Different types of agricultural farms All about GMOs GMO history GMO pros and cons Impacts of agricultural What does adequate nutrition look like?Week 7Lesson 7Food ProcessingWhat is Food Processing Why Create Processed Food When did we start processing food Caveman times vs Modern times Pros of processed food How does salt keep meat fresh Spray Drying Pasteurization Is processed food good or bad?
What is Nutrition What are the 6 major nutrients Nutrient deficiencies Meal Planning Guidelines Tips on eating healthy Differentiate between healthy and unhealthy alternatives Where does our food come from
Homework Offered
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
binder, pen, pencil, calculator
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(207)
Happy Kids Nutrition Academy is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing comprehensive nutrition, food science, and exercise science education to children aged 8-18. Founded by Erin Madden, a seasoned nutrition and fitness expert with over a...
Self-Paced Class
$18
weekly or $120 for all content7 pre-recorded lessons
7 weeks of teacher feedback
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 65 learners
Ages: 8-12
