The Energy Nutrients

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The Energy Nutrients
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Physical Activity Booster
Strength
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The Energy Nutrients
Oils
Milk and Dairy
Meat, Beans, Fish and Nuts
Vegetables
Fruits
Grains
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The Energy Nutrients

• Functions of Protein
• Build muscles, body tissues, and blood cells
• Part of enzymes and hormones
• Enhance immune system

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The Energy Nutrients

• Sources of Protein
• Animals Foods
• Meat, Fish, Poultry, Eggs, and Dairy Products
• Plant Foods
• Dried Beans, Peas, Lentils, Nuts, and Seeds

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The Energy Nutrients

• Protein Facts
• 4 calories per gram
• Extra protein is converted to energy
• Stored as fat if not needed

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The Energy Nutrients

• Carbohydrates Provide Energy
• Heart, Lungs, and the Brain
• Growth/Development
• Muscles
• Active lifestyles increase the need for energy
  from carbohydrates

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The Energy Nutrients

• Sources of Simple Carbohydrates
• Fruit
• Milk
• Some Vegetables
• Honey
• Refined Sugars

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The Energy Nutrients

• Sources of Complex Carbohydrates
• Grains
• Starchy Vegetables
• Legumes
• Other Source of Dietary Fiber (indigestible)

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The Energy Nutrients

• Carbohydrate Facts
• Fuel for Brain
• 4 calories per gram
• Excess converted and stored as fat

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The Energy Nutrients

• Fat Facts
• Concentrated Energy
• 9 calories per gram
• Part of every cell
• Cushions organs
• Vitamins A, D, E, K
• Flavor
• Fullness (satiety)

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The Energy Nutrients

• Balance Fat Intakes by Selecting
• Lean Meats
• Low-Fat, Fat-Free Milk and Milk Products
• Low-Fat Cooking Methods
• Some Nuts/Seeds
• Limited Added Fats

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Tasting Activity
Healthful Desserts
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Fast Facts about Energy Nutrients

• Summary Chart of Nutrient Roles and Food
  Sources
• Protein
• Carbohydrate
• Fat
• Includes resource for food group organizations

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Calories Counts

• Serving Sizes Matter

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The Energy Nutrients

• Cafeteria Connection Energy Balance
• Balanced meals fuel school performance

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Show Video
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The Energy Nutrients

• Nutrition Nuggets
• Food Allergy
• Food Intolerances
• Adverse Reaction to Food

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Personal Discovery Assessment

• Pantry Patrol
• How many different whole grains do you usually
  eat?

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End of Lesson 3