7. “Proper food selection and eating
are essential to achieving one’s
full growth potential”
8. NUTRITIONAL NEEDS FOR
ADOLESCENTS
The growth spurt during adolescence
creates increased demand for energy and
nutrients.
Appetite is also likely to increase and it
is important that food choices are made
carefully
Good dietary guidance has tree
important elements: pyramids, plates, and
9.
10. In order to stay healthy, you have to
eat variety of nutritious foods
everyday
For you to develop to the fullest and
to improve your nutritional status,
you need to follow healthy eating
guidelines.
11. HEALTHY EATING GUIDELINES:
Eat a variety of foods daily
Maintain a healthy weight
Eat foods that are low in fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol to lower
risk of heart diseases.
Consume milk, milk products, and other calcium rich foods, such as
small fish and dark green leafy vegetables
Eat plenty of vegetables, fruits, root crops, and grain products
Use sugar in moderation
Eat clean and safe food, cook food in cooking oil.
Use iodized salt but avoid excessive intake of salty foods. Too much
salt in diet may increase the risk of having high blood pressure.
