Healthy foods and the food groups
Aligned to NHES 1 — SHAPE America National Standards.
What this lesson teaches
Healthy foods help your body grow strong, run fast, and think clearly. Fruits and vegetables come in many colors, and eating different colors gives your body what it needs. Water is the best drink to keep your body happy and full of energy.
Worked example
Picture a lunch plate with a red apple, green broccoli, and a glass of water. Those colorful foods are giving your body power to play all afternoon.
Practice questions
- Name one fruit and one vegetable you like.
- Why is water a great drink?
- Name a food that helps you grow strong.
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Alimentos saludables y los grupos de alimentos
Los alimentos saludables ayudan a tu cuerpo a crecer fuerte, correr rápido y pensar con claridad. Las frutas y las verduras vienen en muchos colores, y comer diferentes colores le da a tu cuerpo lo que necesita. El agua es la mejor bebida para mantener tu cuerpo contento y lleno de energía.
Ejemplo: Imagina un plato de almuerzo con una manzana roja, brócoli verde y un vaso de agua. Esos alimentos coloridos le dan a tu cuerpo energía para jugar toda la tarde.
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