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1. Nourish Smart: Balanced Nutrition

2. Healthy Habits: Understanding Food and Nutrition Importance of balanced nutrition Impact of nutrition on health Basics of food groups Creating a balanced meal plan Applying nutrition knowledge to daily life

3. Why Balanced Nutrition Matters Balanced nutrition means eating the right amounts of different food groups to stay healthy. It helps our bodies grow, gives us energy, and keeps our minds sharp. Without balanced nutrition, we might feel tired, get sick more often, or not grow properly.

4. The Food Groups Fruits: Rich in vitamins and fiber Vegetables: Packed with vitamins and minerals Grains: Main source of energy Protein: Builds and repairs tissues Dairy: Provides calcium for strong bones

5. Designing a Balanced Meal Creating a balanced meal means including foods from all the food groups. For example, a balanced breakfast could include oatmeal (grains), a banana (fruit), scrambled eggs (protein), and a glass of milk (dairy).

6. Nutritional Needs of a Sixth Grader Calories: Provide energy for daily activities Proteins: Essential for growth and muscle repair Vitamins: Support immune system and overall health Minerals: Important for bone health and other functions Water: Keeps the body hydrated and functioning properly

7. Making Healthy Food Choices Healthy food choices involve selecting foods that provide the most nutrients for our bodies. This means choosing whole grains over refined grains, fresh fruits and vegetables over processed snacks, and lean proteins over fatty meats.

8. Applying Nutrition Knowledge Knowing about nutrition helps us make better food choices every day. It can improve our energy levels, help us concentrate in school, and keep us healthy. By understanding nutrition, we can also help our families eat better.

9. Key Takeaways Balanced nutrition is essential for health. Different food groups provide different nutrients. Creating balanced meals involves including all food groups. Sixth graders have specific nutritional needs. Making healthy food choices can improve overall well-being.

10. Reflection Time Think about what you learned today about nutrition. How can you use this knowledge to make healthier food choices? Write down one thing you will change in your diet to make it healthier.