Healthy eating
In this lesson, students learn about healthy eating, including nutritious food choices, balanced diets, and the benefits of maintaining good eating habits.
Part 1
Warm-up
Answer the questions
What did we discuss in the last lesson?
What did you eat for breakfast today?
Do you think you have healthy eating habits?
Part 2
Vocabulary
Read the word, its’ meaning, and the examples
Then make up your own sentences using the word.
Student can skip the words they already know.
healthy
/ˈhelθi/
having good health and not likely to become ill
Eating fruits and vegetables is healthy.
Sleeping well at night helps you stay healthy.
nutrient
/ˈnuːtriənt/
a substance that is needed to keep a living thing alive and to help it to grow
Fruits and vegetables are rich in nutrients.
Vitamins are essential nutrients for our health.
fat
/fæt/
an oily substance found in food that can cause health problems if eaten too often
Bacon contains a lot of fat.
Eating a lot of fat is not good for you.
protein
/ˈprəʊtiːn/
a substance, found within all living things, that forms the structure of muscles, organs, etc.
Chicken is a good source of protein.
Fish is rich in protein.
vitamin
/ˈvaɪtəmɪn/
a natural substance found in food that is an essential part of what humans and animals need to help them grow and stay healthy.
Oranges have a lot of vitamin C.
Taking a daily vitamin can be good for your health.
dairy
/ˈderi/
milk, cheese and other milk products
Milk is a common dairy product.
Cheese is made from dairy.
junk food
/ˈdʒʌŋk fuːd/
unhealthy food, typically with high levels of salt or sugar.
Junk food has a lot of sugar and fat.
We should eat less junk food and more vegetables.
balanced diet
/bəˈlæn.st ˈdaɪ.ət/
a diet that includes a variety of different types of foods in the right proportions to maintain health and provide energy.
Eating a balanced diet helps you stay healthy and feel good.
A balanced diet can prevent many health problems.
Make up your own sentences using the words.
Part 3
Reading comprehension
Read the article.
Teacher helps student correct their pronunciation.
Good eating habits
Good eating habits are important for staying healthy. First, eat a variety of foods like fruits, vegetables, grains, and proteins. Fruits and vegetables give your body vitamins and minerals. Grains, like rice and bread, give you energy. Proteins, like meat, beans, and eggs, help build muscles. Drink plenty of water every day. Water keeps your body hydrated and helps you feel good. Avoid too much sugar and junk food, like candies and chips. These foods can make you feel tired and are not good for your health. Try to eat at regular times every day. This helps your body know when to expect food. Do not skip breakfast, as it gives you energy for the day. Eating small portions can also help you stay fit. Remember, good eating habits keep you strong and healthy.
Part 4
Dialogue practice
Practice the conversation with teacher
Grace
Hi, Matt! How are you?
Hi, Grace! I’m good, thanks. I’m trying to eat healthy these days.
Matt
Grace
That’s great! What healthy foods do you eat?
For breakfast, I have eggs and a glass of milk. Eggs have a lot of protein, and milk is a good dairy product.
Matt
Grace
That sounds good! What about lunch?
I usually eat a salad with chicken. The chicken gives me protein, and the vegetables have many vitamins and nutrients.
Matt
Grace
Do you eat any snacks?
Yes, I like to eat an apple or some nuts. They are healthy snacks.
Matt
Grace
What do you avoid eating?.
I try to avoid junk food like chips and candy because they have a lot of sugar and unhealthy fats.
Matt
Grace
That’s smart. Do you eat a balanced diet?
Yes, I try to eat a balanced diet with different types of food. It helps me get all the nutrients I need.
Matt
Grace
That’s great, John! Eating healthy is so important.
Yes, it makes me feel good and full of energy.
Matt
Check your understanding
What is the dialog about?
What does John eat for breakfast, and why?
What kind of snacks does John prefer, and why?
Why does John try to avoid junk food?
Part 5
Mini task
Teacher is concerned about her/his diet.
Suggest things for her/him to eat and not to eat. And Why?
- Example: You should eat more apples because they are high in vitamins, which are great for your health.
Part 6
Discussion
Let’s use the vocabulary you’ve learned during the lesson and talk about the following topics/questions freely!
Teacher helps student expand and correct the answers.
Do you usually cook or eat out? Which one is healthier?
Do you try to eat healthily? If so, how do you do this?
Do you think you eat enough fruit and vegetables? Why or why not?
What do you think a ‘balanced diet’ is?
Why is it important to maintain a healthy diet?
Which drinks are healthy? Which are unhealthy?
What type of junk food do you like eating?
What is the best food to eat if you are trying to lose weight?
Have you ever been on a diet? How did it go?
Review
Let’s review the lesson with teacher
8 new words
Discuss about heathy eating
See you next lesson
Homework
Do homework
Plan a balanced breakfast, lunch, and dinner for one day (6-8 sentences)
