Post on 13-Dec-2015
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Project Sponsors
• School District of Philadelphia
• Nutrition Center, Department of Bioscience & Biotechnology Drexel University
• USDA project funded through the Food Stamp Program
Funded by the PENNSYLVANIA NUTRITION EDUCATION TRACKS, a part of USDA’s Food Stamp Program. To find out how the Food Stamp Program can help you buy healthy foods,
contact the PA Department of Public Welfare’s tool-free helpline at 800-692-7462. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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Almond Joy Mounds Butterfinger Twix
KitKat Rolo Baby Ruth 3 Musketeers
Snickers Milky Way Pay Day 100 Grand
Name the Candy Bar (Answers)
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Name the Fruit or Vegetable
(Answers)
Apple Cantaloupe Cucumber Avocado
Pomegranate Red Cabbage Papaya
Artichoke
Yam KiwiTomato
Squash
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Healthy Snacking Rules
• S: Smaller Portions • N: Not in front of the TV• A: Am I really hungry? • C: Choose low fat foods from the
pyramid• K: Kitchen is a good place to eat • S: Sit Down, Slow Down, Savor and
Enjoy!
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Fat and Calories Calories Fat (grams)
Oatmeal Raisin Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Cookie
Regular 107 3.5 gramsFat Free 106 0.5 grams
Peanut ButterPeanut ButterRegular 190 17 grams
Reduced Fat 190 12 grams
Ice CreamIce Cream Regular 145 8 gramsNonfat 90 1.5 grams
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Which has fewer calories ?
12 ounces low-fat milk
12 ounces of cola12 ounces 100% juice
12 ounces orange soda
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Which has fewer calories ?
12 ounces low-fat milk
12 ounces of cola12 ounces 100% juice
12 ounces orange soda
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Healthier Snack Options
• Low fat yogurt • Veggies and low fat
dip • String cheese• Pretzels • Peanut butter &
jelly toast • Low fat microwave
popcorn • Fruits
• Granola bars • Baked tortilla chips
& salsa • Peanut butter &
celery sticks • Low fat or skim
milk • Graham crackers &
milk • Cereal & milk
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Percent Daily Value (%DV)
• Shows how a food fits into a daily diet • Based on 2000 calorie diet • Interpreting Percent Daily value
– 5% is Low – 20% is High
• Fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, sodium should have a low %
• Fiber, calcium, iron, vitamin A, vitamin C should have a high %
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Reading LabelsHow many calories would you consume if you eat the whole package?
How many grams of fat?
500 calories
24 grams of fat
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Reading Labels
Which nutrients have high values?
Fat, sodium, and calcium Which nutrient has a low
value? Vitamin A, Vitamin C & IronWhat nutrient is this food
lacking? Dietary Fiber
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When Snacking…
• Healthy Snacking Rules
• Fat vs. calories
• Remember to read the Food Labels!
• Sit Down and Enjoy!