Snacking wisely is the key to good health. Too much food and too little activity may cause weight gain. Snacks from the group at the tip of the pyramid should be limited. It may be okay to eat some candy, cookies, cake, ice cream, etc. These snacks don't have much nutritional value to help the body stay healthy.
Students list characteristics of healthful snacks.
Ask students what makes a healthful snack. Write student responses on the board. If they think the food is healthful snack, students should raise one hand. If they think the snack is unhealthful, students should raise both hands. Name a wide variety of snacks for students to respond to.