🥗 Part 1: Essential Nutrients

1. Match each nutrient to its main function in the body:

Draw lines to connect the nutrients with their functions.

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Vitamins

Minerals

Build and repair muscles

Provide energy storage

Help body processes work properly

Provide quick energy

Build strong bones and teeth

2. Which of these foods are good sources of protein? (Tick all that apply)

Fish

White bread

Eggs

Lentils

Soft drink

Chicken

3. What does "macronutrients" mean?

Nutrients we need in large amounts

Nutrients we need in small amounts

Nutrients that make us grow taller

Nutrients only found in vegetables

🏷️ Part 2: Reading Food Labels

4. Look at a food label from your lunch box or kitchen. Write down three pieces of nutritional information you can find:

5. Why is it important to read nutritional labels on food packages?

6. Fill in the blanks: When reading a food label, you should look for the amount of ________, ________, and ________ per serving.

7. Which food would be a healthier choice and why?

Food A: 15g sugar, 2g fibre, 200mg sodium per serving

Food B: 5g sugar, 8g fibre, 80mg sodium per serving

🍽️ Part 3: Planning Balanced Meals

8. Plan a balanced dinner using New Zealand foods. Include at least one food from each nutrient group:

Carbohydrates: _________________________

Protein: _________________________

Vegetables/Fruits: _________________________

Dairy: _________________________

9. How might food advertisements influence your food choices?

10. Name one New Zealand organisation that promotes healthy eating:

Organisation: _________________________

One thing they recommend: _________________________

Healthy Eating Nutrition

Healthy Eating Nutrition

🥗 Part 1: Essential Nutrients

🏷️ Part 2: Reading Food Labels

🍽️ Part 3: Planning Balanced Meals

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