STATE POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY CARCHI

FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Yovanny Rodríguez

food Pyramid

PROYECT OF ENGLISH

nutritional status according to IMC

food Pyramid

CARBOHYDRATESFATSPROTEINSWATER

GRAINS

Its function is clearly energy, since they contain a high percentage of carbohydrates

examples:breadpasteOatmealcerealstortillas

VEGETABLES

These foods are rich in fiber.

They should eat 3 to 5 servings of vegetables each day

Vegetables 1 to 2 servings daily

lettucecarrotbroccolicorn

FRUIT...Its function is

regulatory, help us to improve digestion and are rich in vitamins and minerals

applegrapesorangesbanana

MILK... These are foods that provide large amounts of calcium.

Favors the strengthening of bones.

milkcheeseyogurt...

MEAT...They contain high

protein and are necessary for growth and regeneration of body tissues.

chickenfisheggsPork

FATS AND SWEETS

They are high in calories and low nutritional value.Do not overuse their consumption          Do not abuse its consumption because it can be harmful to health.

BASICS OF THE PYRAMID?

Combining exercise with good nutrition

  An important part of a healthy lifestyle.Physical activity regulates and benefits every part of our body, including the mind.

Teens should get at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise a day.

Eat different foods

  It is important to eat a variety of

foods, providing a good balance of

nutrients.

BENEFITS OF EXERCISE

To stimulate and maintain a healthy body.Strengthen bones, joints and muscles.  Keep your heart in good shape and activate blood circulation....

Remove toxic substances from the body through sweat.Increase the body's defensesHelps maintain ideal weight and burn calories

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