Nutrition for a New You
This class will introduce you to subjects that will help you make better choices for a healthier you. Subjects briefly discussed include calories, vitamins, minerals, and food guides. No previous knowledge is necessary.
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursProjects
the main project will be to track and record food choices and calories so the student can see what they are actually putting in their bodyClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner Level
We will cover in class the basics of calorie intake and use. We will discuss the basic food groups and types of vitamins and how to include them in your diet. The students will be given some good alternatives to common naughty foods (The American diet has MANY naughty foods. We will focus on highly processed, high fat and high sugar foods as naughty foods.) This is an informational style lecture with opportunity for questions at the end.
Learning Goals
The main learning goal is to learn about calories, vitamins, minerals and food groups to help the student make better food and lifestyle choices for better health and energy.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This is a course in general nutrition and no nutritional counseling will be suggested or available.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
We will use google slides and refer to charts in the FDA.gov and USDA websites
Joined October, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences from Bob Jones University
Priscilla Renfrow has a bachelor degree in Family and Consumer Science having taken classes in nutrition and cooking.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-6 learners per class
