Benchmark 6E
The Human Organism: Physical Health
Grades 3-5, page 144
Food provides energy and materials for growth and repair of body parts.
Vitamins and minerals, present in small amounts in foods, are essential
to keep everything working well. As people grow up, the amounts and kinds
of food and exercise needed by the body may change.
NSES Content Standard F
Science in Personal and Social Perspectives: Personal health
Grades K-4, page 140
Nutrition is essential to health. Students should understand how the
body uses food and how various foods contribute to health. Recommendations
for good nutrition include eating a variety of foods, eating less sugar,
and eating less fat.
NSES Content Standard F
Science in Personal and Social Perspectives: Personal health
Grades 5-8, page 168
Food provides energy and nutrients for growth and development. Nutrition
requirements vary with body weight, age, sex, activity, and body functioning.
NSES Content Standard F
Science in Personal and Social Perspectives: Personal and community
health
Grades 9-12, page 197
Selection of foods and eating patterns determine nutritional balance.
Nutritional balance has a direct effect on growth and development and personal
well-being. Personal and social factors--such as habits, family income,
ethnic heritage, body size, advertising, and peer pressure--influence nutritional
choices.
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