Healthy Eating

Description

The aim of this learning module is to provide the learner with an awareness of the different aspects of healthy eating. Exploring the various aspects such as nutrition, dietary choices, and lifestyle habits, learners will gain invaluable insights into how their food choices can profoundly impact their overall health and wellness.

This module will cover:
  • Clarifying the significance of a balanced diet in fostering good health.
  • Identifying the five essential food groups, along with the necessary vitamins and minerals crucial for a healthy diet.
  • Illustrating the eight key principles for eating a healthy diet.
  • Exploring the connection between poor dietary habits and adverse health outcomes.
On completion of this module, learners will be able to:
  • Explain the significance of a balanced diet in fostering good health.
  • Recognise the five food groups, along with the necessary vitamins and minerals crucial for a healthy diet.
  • Describe the eight key principles for eating a healthy diet.
  • Highlight the correlation between poor dietary habits and adverse health outcomes.

Module Structure:

LEARNING OBJECTIVES.
Aims and Learning Outcomes.

Topic 1: Introduction to Healthy Eating.
A Balanced diet for Good Health.
Bread, Other Cereals and Potatoes.
Fruit and Vegetables.
Meat, Fish and Alternatives.
Milk and Dairy Foods.
Oils and Fats.
Food Containing Fat and Sugar.
Vitamins and Minerals.

Topic 2: Eight Key Principles for Eating Well.
Principle 1 – Base your Meals on High Fibre Starchy Carbohydrates.
Principle 2 – Eat lots of Fruit and Vegetables.
Principle 3 – Eat More Fish.
Principle 4 – Cut Down on Saturated Fat and Sugar.
Principle 5 – Try to Eat Less Salt.
Principle 6 – Get Active and Try and be a Healthy Weight.
Principle 7 – Drink Plenty of Water.
Principle 8 – Don’t Skip Breakfast.

Topic 3: The Link Between Diet and Ill Health.
The Link Between Diet and Ill Health.
Dietary Recommendations.
The Positive Effects of a Balanced Diet.
Nutritional Needs and Dietary Preferences.
Food Intolerance and Allergies.

END OF LEARNING MODULE
End of Learning Module Summary

The learning module will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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