H.HEALTH.6.A
Evaluate food labels and menus to determine the nutritional content and value of foods and make healthy decisions about daily caloric intake.
Health I · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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food labelsmenusnutritional contentnutritional valuefoodshealthy decisionsdaily caloric intake
Skills
- evaluate (food labels and menus for nutritional content and value) #dok3
- determine (the nutritional content and value of foods) #dok2
- make (healthy decisions about daily caloric intake) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify information provided on food labels and menus. #dok1
- I can describe the key components of nutritional content on food labels. #dok1
- I can determine the nutritional value of a food item by analyzing its label or menu description. #dok2
- I can compare foods using nutritional information to make informed choices. #dok2
- I can evaluate the nutritional content and value of foods from a variety of menus and labels. #dok3
- I can make healthy decisions about my daily caloric intake by using nutritional information from food labels and menus. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Understanding and analyzing food labels and menus helps individuals make informed and healthy dietary choices.
- Evaluating nutritional content and daily caloric intake is essential for maintaining and enhancing personal health throughout life.
Essential Questions
- What information do food labels and menus provide that can help me make healthier eating choices?
- How can I determine if a food is a healthy choice by analyzing its nutritional content or value?
- Why is it important to make informed decisions about daily caloric intake?
- In what ways can evaluating food labels and menu items impact my overall health?
- How do nutritional needs and healthy decisions about food change over the lifespan?