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Nutrition and food nutrients

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TERM – 2ND TERM

WEEK TWO

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HEALTH EDUCATION

Topic: NUTRITION AND FOOD NUTRIENTS

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Define Nutrition

II.) Define food nutrients

III.) Identify the macronutrients and micronutrients.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the meaning of Nutrition and food nutrients

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher identify and discuss the functions of macronutrients and micronutrients.

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

NUTRITION AND FOOD NUTRIENTS

Nutrition refers to the process of obtaining the food necessary for health and growth. It involves the consumption and utilization of nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals to support bodily functions and maintain overall well-being.

Food nutrients are the components found in food that provide energy and support various physiological functions in the body. These include macronutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, which provide calories and serve as building blocks for tissues, as well as micronutrients like vitamins and minerals, which are essential for metabolism, immune function, and other biological processes.

  1. Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are the body's primary source of energy. They are found in foods like grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes. Carbohydrates can be simple (sugars) or complex (starches and fiber).
  2. Proteins: Proteins are essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, and supporting immune function. They are made up of amino acids, some of which are essential and must be obtained from the diet.
  3. Fats and Oils: Fats and oils are concentrated sources of energy and play vital roles in cell structure, hormone production, and nutrient absorption. They provide essential fatty acids that the body cannot produce on its own.
  4. Vitamins: Vitamins are organic compounds that are crucial for various biochemical reactions in the body. They are essential for growth, metabolism, immune function, and overall health. Vitamins are classified as either water-soluble (like vitamin C and B-complex vitamins) or fat-soluble (like vitamins A, D, E, and K).
  5. Minerals: Minerals are inorganic nutrients that are essential for many bodily functions, including bone health, fluid balance, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction. Some common minerals include calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, and selenium.
  6. Water: Water is essential for life and makes up a significant portion of the body's composition. It is involved in virtually every bodily function, including digestion, nutrient absorption, temperature regulation, and waste removal.

EVALUATION: 1. Define Nutrition

  1. What is food nutrients
  2. Identify 5 food nutrients found in food.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively