Evaluating Food Information

8th Grade45 minutesCCSS CCSS. ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.2

Learning Objective

I can determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source.

Key Concepts

According to the USDA, people should aim for a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, while consuming at least 25 to 30 grams of fiber per day.

When comparing eggs and lentils, lentils have significantly less saturated fat and cholesterol, and contain a substantial amount of fiber, unlike eggs.

By performing a quick Google search for nutritional information, individuals can gain a better understanding of the health value of different foods and make informed choices about their diet.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 10 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. According to the video, what is a major source of confusion for consumers regarding food?

2. What is the main technique the video suggests for determining the health value of food?

3. According to the video, what three dietary factors from the USDA guidelines are used for the food comparison?

...and 7 more questions

Educational Video

Food Battles – How to tell if a food’s healthy or not

Nutrition Made Simple!

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