Energy In/Energy Out

Overview

Students will evaluate their meal selections, determine the caloric content and evaluate eating and exercise options to maintain a healthy weight.

Objectives

Students will:

1. Track their food consumption over a period of time.
2. Research caloric content of foods eaten.
3. Identify and conduct physical activities necessary to meet the recommended balance of calories and exercise.
4. Research information on nutritional recommendations and exercise habits to build a comprehensive understanding of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
5. Journal about food intake and exercise and how it influences a healthy lifestyle.

Duration

Four to five, 50-minute class periods, plus time to document food consumption over a period of days as an assignment.