< PreviousYOGURT, FAT-FREE, PLAINYOGURT, WHOLE MILK, VANILLAAPPLE SLICESFRENCH FRIES, SMALLPLAIN YOGURTServing SizeCalories in entire container% DV for saturated fat per serving% DV for calcium per serving% DV for sodium per servingVANILLA YOGURTAPPLE SLICESFRENCH FRIESEverything You Eat and Drink Matters — Know What You’re Eating!The Nutrition Facts Label on food packages can give you helpful information about what’s inside. below is a group of labels for snack foods. Read and compare the labels. Which is the healthier snack alternative?Study the labels. Record the data for all four snack foods, then answer the questions below.Which snack food has the most calcium with the lowest amount of calories? __________________________________Which snack foods are the lowest in saturated fats? ________________________________________________________Which snack food is the lowest in sodium (salt)? ___________________________________________________________Which snack foods are healthier alternatives? ______________________________________________________________Explain how you came to your conclusion. Were any of your results surprising? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________© Copyright NewPath Learning. All Rights Reserved. 94-6820www.newpathlearning.comNutrition Facts LabelsFruits• Eat whole fruits more often than drinking 100% juice.• Snack on fresh, frozen, canned, or dried fruits instead of cookies, brownies or other sugary treats.Dairy• Choose low-fat or fat-free milk and yogurt.• Eat low-fat or fat-free cheese more often than regular cheese.Grains• Make at least half the amount of grains you eat whole grains.• Find high fiber, whole-grain foods by reading the Nutrition Facts Label and ingredients list.Protein• Mix up your protein foods – think variety.• Eat seafood twice a week, including fish and shellfish.• Add beans, peas, unsalted nuts & seeds, or soy to main dishes and snacks.Vegetables• Vary your veggies to include green, red, and orange choices.• Add fresh, frozen or canned vegetables to salads & recipes.• Eat vegetables without fatty sauces or glazes.MyPlate graphic courtesy of USDA.And remember to drink plenty of water!Start with Small ChangesCreate an eating style that can improve your health now and in the future by making small changes over time. Consider changes that reflect your personal preferences, culture and traditions. Think of each change as a “win” as you build positive habits and find solutions that reflect your healthy eating style. © Copyright NewPath Learning. All Rights Reserved. 94-6821www.newpathlearning.comMaking Healthy ChoicesKeep on Moving!Being physically active can improve your health — today, tomorrow, and in the future. People of all types, shapes, sizes, and abilities can benefit from being physically active. The more you do, the greater the health benefits and the better you’ll feel. Get at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day.Ways to increase physical activity• Enjoy an afternoon bike ride with your friends.• Walk the dog — don’t just watch the dog walk.• Clean your room or wash the car.• Walk, skate, or cycle more.• Do stretches and exercises while watching television.• Exercise to a workout video.• Take a class in martial arts, dance, or yoga.• Canoe, row, or kayak.• Swim or do water aerobics.• Join a sport - play tennis, basketball, softball or soccer.• Ski cross-country or downhill.• Take a nature walk.• Most important — have fun while being active!Start with Small ChangesCreate an eating style that can improve your health now and in the future by making small changes over time. Graphic courtesy of USDA.© Copyright NewPath Learning. All Rights Reserved. 94-6821www.newpathlearning.comMaking Healthy ChoicesPhysical Activity PlanMake a plan to be active for at least 60 minutes a day. Think of new ways you can move. Write down some ideas below.Activities I can do on my own:___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Activities I can do with friends:___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________MyPlate GoalsWhat do you want to achieve? Do you want to be more physically active? Try new foods? Learn to make healthy recipes? Pick up a new sport?_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________SAMPLEDAY 1DAY 2DAY 3DAY 4DAY 5FRUITSPeachVEGETABLES SpinachGRAINSWhole-wheat rollPROTEINChickenDAIRYMilkfat freeMenu PlannerUse the Menu Planner below to start making healthy eating decisions. Next >