Balanced diet
I can describe the components of a healthy diet and how they contribute to good health.
Balanced diet
I can describe the components of a healthy diet and how they contribute to good health.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Food groups include protein, carbohydrate, lipids/fats, water, minerals, vitamins and fibre.
- Each food group plays a role in maintaining a healthy body.
- A balanced diet is needed to maintain good health.
- People need different amounts of particular nutrients at different times in their lives, depending on their lifestyle.
Keywords
Food group - Foods that share similar nutritional properties will be in the same food group.
Nutrient - Nutrients are essential for a healthy body and mind.
Balanced diet - A balanced diet is comprised of the right amount of each food group.
Common misconception
Proteins are the main source of energy. All fat in the diet can cause ill health.
Protein is used for growth of cells and repair of tissue. Fats are essential for cell membranes and as an energy store.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Fatty acids and glycerol
Amino acids
Sugars
Exit quiz
6 Questions
Provide energy for the body.
Provide energy and insulation for the body.
Needed for growth and repair.
Needed in small amounts to maintain a health body.
Helps food move through the digestive system.
Needed for chemical reactions, and to stay hydrated.
Needed to make red blood cells.
Keeps our cells healthy and supports wound healing.
Needed for strong bones and teeth and healthy immune system.
