Nutrition and Wellness: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Nutrition, Wellness, and You

The Nutrition Health Connection

Nutrition: Take it Personally!

Your Active Lifestyle

Define terms related to nutrition and wellness

Identify the aspects of wellness<ol type="1"><li>emotional</li><li>physical</li><li>psychological</li><li>social</li></ol>

Evaluate the effect of lifestyle choices on wellness

Examine wellness as a choice

List the steps of the decision-making process in order<ol type="1"><li>Identify the decision to be made</li><li>Identify available resources and possible options</li><li>Weigh pros and cons of each option</li><li>Select the best option</li><li>Act on the decision</li><li>Evaluate the results of the decision</li></ol>

Compare the impact of cultural, emotional, psychological, and social influences on food choices

Examine the development of regional foods from available global and local food supplies

Identify ways global food choices are affected by supply, production, and distribution worldwide

Research government agencies' guidelines for health claims concerning wellness issues

Summarize the roles of food industry, technology and government in food choices

Define terms related to the nutrition health connection

List the six nutrients:<ol type="1"><li>Carbohydrates</li><li>Proteins</li><li>Fats</li><li>Vitamins</li><li>Minerals</li><li>Water</li></ol>

Describe the role of carbohydrates on health, appearance, and peak performance

Describe the role of protein in health, appearance, and peak performance

Describe the role of fats in health, appearance, and peak performance

Describe the role of vitamins in health, appearance, and peak performance

Describe the role of minerals in health, appearance, and peak performance

Describe the role of water in health, appearance, and peak performance

Define terms related to the personal aspects of nutrition

Describe the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPyramid

Identify reliable sources of food and nutrition information

Examine the relationship of nutrition and wellness to individual and family health throughout the life cycle

Identify possible food drug interactions

Assess the impact of food and diet fads, food addictions, and eating disorders on wellness

Describe food preparation techniques to conserve essential nutrients

Determine how science and technology impact nutrient content of foods

Identify careers related to nutrition

Define terms related to physical fitness

Explain the six components of physical fitness<ol type="1"><li>Body composition</li><li>Cardio-respiratory endurance</li><li>Coordination and balance</li><li>Flexibility</li><li>Muscular endurance</li><li>Muscular strength</li></ol>

Describe how physical activity promotes fitness

Identify different types of physical activity as aerobic or anaerobic

Describe excuses people give for being sedentary

Describe factors to consider when choosing physical activities

Summarize ways to fit physical activity into daily life

Identify ways to keep physical activity safe and healthy

Describe how physical activity affects nutrient needs

Discuss food and beverage strategies for peak performance

Distinguish between sports nutrition facts and myths

Explain why suggested body weight varies for individuals

Describe healthy ways to achieve and maintain appropriate body weight

Identify careers related to exercise and fitness

Demonstrate knowledge of nutrition and wellness terms using correct context

Analyze the importance of each aspect of wellness

Identify lifestyle choices of teens

Compare and contrast the choices made by teens

Chart lifestyle choices that contribute to disease

Demonstrate wellness as a personal choice

Apply the steps of the decision-making process to achieve a wellness goal

Develop an FCCLA Power of One project: A Better You Module

Describe how culture influences food choices

Examine the effect of emotions on food selections

Identify ways family, friends, and society influence nutritional habits

Associate foods with correct regions

Classify factors contributing to foods becoming regional favorites

Describe how changes in national and international food production and distribution systems affect the food supply

Differentiate the function of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), US Department of Agriculture (USDA), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Separate the responsibilities of government agencies and consumers in protecting the food supply

Examine legislation and regulations related to nutrition and wellness issues

Determine how availability and selection is influenced by technology

Demonstrate knowledge of nutrition and wellness terms using correct context

Create a mnemonic device/graphic organizer for the nutrients

Chart the relationship of sugars, starches, and fiber to dental health, hyperactivity, diabetes, hypoglycemia, lactose intolerance, sugar addition, and weight

Categorize food sources as simple or complex carbohydrates

Identify essential and non essential amino acids

Categorize food sources as complete or incomplete protein

Analyze and calculate daily protein needs in calories and grams using a kitchen calculator

Examine vegetarianism as a dietary choice

Describe the consequences of protein deficiencies/excesses

Demonstrate the use of a food dehydrator and food slicer to prepare high protein snacks

Analyze the connection between fats and health issues: cholesterol, heart disease, hypertension, obesity, cancer, and diabetes

Categorize food sources as saturated, unsaturated, and trans fatty acids

Analyze and calculate daily fat needs in calories and grams using a kitchen calculator

Demonstrate the use of a rotisserie, grill, or wok to reduce the fat in foods

Chart deficiencies/excesses of vitamins (conditions, symptoms, causes, etc.)

Assess the need for vitamin supplements

Research functions and sources of antioxidants and phytochemicals

Demonstrate the use of a juicer to prepare a vitamin-rich beverage

Chart the deficiencies/excesses of macrominerals and microminerals

Assess the need for mineral supplements

Demonstrate the use of a blender/smoothie machine to prepare a calcium rich beverage

Compile nutritional information from various brands of bottled water and compare to tap water

Determine water loss/replacement needs during physical activity

Explain the dangers of dehydration to the body

Demonstrate knowledge of nutrition and wellness terms using correct context

Describe personal nutrition needs according to MyPyramid.gov

Create and analyze a meal plan according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPyramid

Critique daily food intake for prevention of potential health problems

Demonstrate use of crepe maker, grill, and/or quesadilla maker to prepare healthier foods

Analyze information on food labels

Critique health claims related to nutrition and wellness

Distinguish nutrient needs/concerns during pregnancy, lactation, infancy, toddlerhood, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, older adults, illness and special diets

Design a menu plan for special dietary needs

Research cases of food drug interactions

Differentiate between safe and unsafe weight loss practices

Illustrate characteristics/causes of eating disorders with risks to teens and athletes

Demonstrate food preparation techniques to conserve essential nutrients

Research the effects of irradiation, food additives, genetic engineering, and other recent technological advances on nutrition

Assess how science and technology impact nutrition and wellness through the processing and product development of foods

Research careers related to nutrition

Demonstrate knowledge of nutrition and wellness terms using correct context

Design a visual of the six components of physical fitness

Participate in a variety of fitness tests

Differentiate the benefits of aerobic and anaerobic activities for the body

Calculate individual target heart rate

Propose solutions to obstacles which prevent active living

Analyze appropriate physical activities for individuals

Compile a list of individual activities, exercise classes, or team sports

Develop and implement a personal plan for physical activity using the F.I.T. formula (Frequency, Intensity, and Time)

Use a pedometer to compute/calculate average steps walked daily

Investigate ways to prevent injuries and check progress

Plan menus that help fuel the body before competition using MyPyramid.gov

Predict effects of different beverages and foods on energy levels and body performance

Chart effects of anabolic steroids and other supplements on current and future health

Determine suggested body weight for individuals

Compare and contrast methods of measuring body composition including: BMI, bioelectrical impedance, skin fold test, and hydrostatic weighing

Utilize the body fat analyzer to determine body composition

Analyze healthy weight loss and weight gain strategies

Research careers related to exercise and fitness