Know the functions of the six types of nutrients. - Point out the value of recommended dietary allowances.
- Explain why deficiencies of certain nutrients result in ill health.
Understand the value of a balanced diet consisting of each of the food groups. - Explain why grains should make up the bulk of your diet.
- Describe why some protein sources do not contain all of the essential amino acids.
- Describe why some nutrients should be limited in order to maintain good health.
Know that a calorie is a measure of energy. - Recognize that exercise is important in expending the energy gained by eating.
- Give examples of foods that have more calories than others.
- Explain how metabolic rate is related to diet and weight control.
Understand that there is a great deal of individual variation in the basal metabolic rate and the voluntary activity of people. - Explain how people's food needs change at different points in their lives.
- Recognize that overeating and under-exercising has resulted in a U.S. population in which approximately 60% is overweight or obese.
Understand that eating has a strong psychological motivation. - Identify the signs and symptoms of the common eating disorders that affect health.
- Identify common eating disorders affecting young people.
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