Why is good nutrition especially essential for teenagers?
They are going through a number of changes in their bodies.
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Teenagers grow fast, so what do they need most at this stage in their lives?
Energy
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What should teenagers be encouraged to eat?
Food that is rich in energy and nutrients.
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What should teenagers be encouraged to do?
Drink 6-8 glasses of water a day./Eat regular meals / Exercise regularly
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How many glasses of water should they drink a day?
6-8 glasses of water.
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Mention one of the most usual ways among teenagers of losing weight.
Skipping meals/Avoiding red meat, snacks and even avoid eating.
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Why isn’t avoid eating some food groups healthy for teenagers?
Because they need energy and nutrients to grow healthy.
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What do the media make teenagers believe?
That they should be skinny to be beautiful
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What should a teenager do if he/she really needs to lose weight?
Talk to a doctor.
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Mention two simple rules for teenagers to stay healthy.
Eat regular meals from the main groups/Get enough iron and calcium in the diet/maintain a healthy weight/Be physically active/Stay away from fad diets.
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How many calories are there in an apple, 90, 101 or 190?
How many calories are there in an apple, 90, 101 or 190?
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How many calories are there in a Big Mac, 550, 650 or 750?