Author: Labman

Ways to be Healthy

Eat a variety of foods
Balance the food you eat with physical activity
Choose a diet with plenty of grain products, veggies and fruits.
Choose a diet low in fat, saturated fat and cholesterol
Choose a diet moderate in sugars and salt
Choose a diet that provides enough calcium and iron to meet your growing body’s requirement.

Organization

Arden Elementary

128 Education Drive
Peetsville, New York 12345

Phone: (516)555-55555
Fax: (516) 246-8101

Arden Elementary presents:

Nutrition Week

April 13th -17th 2009

An apple a day keeps the doctor away.

Healthy Eating Tips for Families

Dear Parents and Guardians,
It’s true that feeding your family is very important. According to a new survey, 80% of families would like to get their kids to eat healthier; but many obstacles can get in your way. Families juggle busy schedules that make it difficult to eat together and don’t leave enough time to shop or cook. As a result, your children are learning ways to be healthy through our “Nutrition Week”. In addition, Arden Elementary is providing you with ways to keep your family eating healthy at home ☺
Make mealtime family time
Get the family involved in meal planning and preparation.
Be a good role model
Try something new
Stash healthy snacks
Think creatively to adapt to your family’s schedule

What Your Children Are Learning
Talking about Nutrients:
Nutrients are substances in food that nourish the body, so it will grow and be healthy.
B Vitamins are the main nutrient found in grains and breads. They help the body use the energy that we eat.
Calcium is the main nutrient food in the Dairy Group. It helps to build strong teeth and bones.
Proteins is the main nutrient in the Meats and Beans Group. It helps build strong muscles.
Vitamin A is the main nutrient found in vegetables. It gives us healthy skin and helps us see well.
Vitamin C is the main nutrient found in fruits. It helps the body heal and grow new cells.
Tips for Reading a Nutrition Label:
-Keep saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol and sodium low
-Get enough of potassium, fiber, vitamins A and C, calcium and iron.
-Use the % Daily Value (DV) column when possible (Less is low)
Check servings and calories:
-Look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming.
-If you double the servings you eat, you double the calories and nutrients.
Make your calories count:
-Look at the calories on the label and compare them with the nutrients you are getting to decide whether the food is a good choice.

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