Lesson 1.4 - Food and Nutrition

  • Lesson 1.4 - Food and Nutrition

    Learning Goals: By the end of this lesson you will be able to

    1. Explain the three types of macronutrients

    2. Explain healthy sources of macronutrients


    Success Criteria: By the end of this lesson you will be able to

    Create a well-balanced and healthy meal plan


    • Independent Work 

      1. Study the glossary + Do the glossary quiz
      2. Read the two lesson articles below + Take notes using the questions below
      3. Post your notes from the reading in the homework forum
      4. Do the exit card

      PDF Reading: https://moodle.edu4u.ca/pluginfile.php/278954/mod_label/intro/Food%20and%20Nutrition%20101.pdf


      Article 1: Nutrition       https://www.weeklywisdomblog.com/post/nutrition-101
      1. Give examples of the four types of carbohydrates. Which are healthy and unhealthy?
      2. Give examples of the three types of fats. Which are healthy and unhealthy?
      3. Give examples of the two types of protein. Which one is healthier?
      4. How should people balance the three macronutrients?
      5. What’s the relationship between high protein, fat, and illness?
      6. Should people take multivitamin pills? Explain.

      Article 2: Healthy Eating https://www.weeklywisdomblog.com/post/healthy-eating-101
      1. Give examples of unhealthy foods to avoid and why.
      2. What is the difference between organic and non-organic food?
      3. What is the elimination diet and when should it be used?
      4. Explain "The Holy Four."

    • Bonus Video: Why Bad Food is So Addictive

    • Lesson 1.4 Glossary Quiz

      Do this quiz to check that you've learned the key words for this lesson. This quiz does not count for your grade. 

    • Lesson 1.4 Check Your Understanding Quiz

      Do this quiz when the teacher says so during class. This quiz counts for marks and can only be done once.

    • Lesson 1.4 Homework Forum

      Post your homework answers here by 1 hour before class to get feedback from the teacher.

      1. Give examples of the four types of carbohydrates. Which are healthy and unhealthy?
      2. Give examples of the three types of fats. Which are healthy and unhealthy?
      3. Give examples of the two types of protein. Which one is healthier?
      4. How should people balance the three macronutrients?
      5. What’s the relationship between high protein, fat, and illness?
      6. Should people take multivitamin pills? Explain.
      7. Give examples of unhealthy foods to avoid and why.
      8. What is the difference between organic and non-organic food?
      9. What is the elimination diet and when should it be used?
      10. Explain "The Holy Four."

    • Lesson 1.4 Production Forum

      International students often eat take-out because it's delicious and convenient, but they don't realize how unhealthy it is.
      Create a healthy 1-day meal plan that you think international students like yourself could follow.

    • Lesson 1.4 Exit Card Questionnaire

      Do this survey to reflect on how the lesson went for you.

    • Quick Check Quiz — Answers

      Multiple Choice

      1. b) Provide energy
      2. c) Brown rice
      3. c) Unsaturated fat
      4. c) Fried foods
      5. b) Build and repair tissues

      Short Answer

      1. One example of a simple carb: Candy / Sugar / Soft drinks
      2. One example of a healthy fat: Avocado / Nuts / Olive oil
      3. One plant-based protein: Beans / Lentils / Tofu
      4. Micronutrients are: vitamins and minerals needed in small amounts for good health.
      5. Natural foods are better than processed foods because: they usually contain more nutrients and less sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats.