Study Guide G04 ~ Life Skills
Unit
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You are probably wondering how much of each food group you should eat every day. Here is an easy way to remember it.
Fats, oils and sweets Milk, yoghurt, cheese, meat, fish, eggs and nuts
Vegetables, fruit
Bread, grains, rice and pasta
The pyramid goes from big to small, in other words the nutrients you need to consume most of are at the bottom and those you should consume the least of are at the top. It works as follows: • Fats, oils and sweets = 1 portion per day • Meat, fish, eggs and nuts = 2 portions • Milk, yoghurt, cheese = 2 portions • Vegetables and fruit = 5 to 7 portions • Bread, grains, rice and pasta = 4 to 6 portions ACTIVITY 3 Work out a healthy eating plan for yourself. Eating healthy is not enough. Exercise is also very important. A fit person is a healthy person. It is important to exercise for 30 – 45 minutes three times per week. It could be any type of exercise: running, walking, swimming or cycling. Regular exercise has many health benefits: • Keeps your body fit and healthy. • Prevents obesity. • Prevents heart disease. • Keeps your mind fit and healthy. • Helps you sleep better.
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