Diet

1. Eating a Balanced Diet

2. Humans need to eat lots of different foods to keep healthy.
We need to eat a balanced and varied diet.
What does this mean?
A Balanced Diet

3. Protein
Proteins are involved in the growth and repair of cells.
Cheese, fish, meat, milk and nuts contain protein.

4. Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates give us simple sugars
which the body uses to make energy
Rice, pasta, cereals, potatoes and
bread are high in carbohydrates.
Why do athletes eat lots of
carbohydrates in the lead up to a
race?

5. Fats
We need some fats in our diet but
need to be careful how much we
consume.
Fats give us energy and insulate
us from the cold.
Butter and cooking oils are fats.
Cheese and nuts are also high
in fat.

6. VITAMINS AND
MINERALS
Vitamins and Minerals are needed in
small amounts to keep your body
working properly. They each have a
specific role.
Fruit and Vegetables are excellent sources
of Vitamins and Minerals.
How many different Vitamins and
Minerals can you name?

7. FIBRE
Fibre is needed to keep your gut
healthy. It is the only food group
that is not absorbed into the
blood.
Foods rich in fibre include:
 Pulses, beans and peas
 Fruit and Vegetables
 Potato skin and wholegrain
cereals
 Nuts and seeds

8. WATER
Water is essential to keep us healthy and our body working properly by:
 Improving skin complexion
 Helping the digestion of food
 Aiding circulation
 Boosting the immune system
 Keeps joints lubricated
How much should you
drink each day?