Hydration & HygieneLaura Schifani

Content Area: Health/Wellness

Grade Level: 6th

Summary: The purpose of this instructional PowerPoint is to provide the students with information about the importance of hydration and hygiene.

Learning Objective: Given the information on the websites and slides, the students will correctly answer each question with 100% accuracy.

Content Standard: Standard 2: The student will understand the importance of personal hygiene practices as related to healthy living and Standard 5:The student will understand the relationship of nutrition to healthy living

Accomplishment: 2.1 identify and evaluate basic personal hygiene habits and 5.1 explain the relationship of a balanced nutrition program and essential nutrients to appropriate weight, appearance, energy level and total wellness

HydrationVisit this site to explore the

advantages of drinking water for the body. Please take notes for a class discussion. http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/drinking/nutrition/

Hydration is a huge part of a healthy lifestyle. Staying hydrated helps our bodies with different bodily functions, and aides in staying well throughout each season.

VideosVisit this site to learn about the benefits of

staying hydrated during exercise. Please take notes for a class discussion. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-7RXc3OQr8

Hydration is one of the most important aspects of physical activity.

Performing and competing at your best means you must always stay hydrated.

DehydrationKnowing the signs of dehydration is extremely

important. During physical activity, it is safe to be aware of the signals your body is sending.

Signs of dehydration include: FatigueThirstChillsMuscle crampsThrobbing heart

QuestionWhat are some foods that provide hydration

when consumed?

A. Celery

B. Tomatoes

C. Melons

D. All of the above

AnswerCorrect! All of the foods listed are foods that

provide water for the body. These foods can help the body stay hydrated.

QuestionWhich of the following is not a sign of

dehydration?

A. Muscle cramps

B. Thirst

C. Slow heart rate

D. Fatigue

AnswerCorrect! A slowing heart rate is not a sign of

dehydration. When the heart rate is high and beating fast, athletes are closer to dehydration because of the physical activity performed.

Hygiene Visit these sites to

understand the importance of hand washing for healthy hygiene. Please take notes for a class discussion.

http://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/when-how-handwashing.html

http://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/why-handwashing.html

Washing your hands is one of the best ways to prevent illness and germs.

Question How long should a person scrub their hands

while washing?

A. 5 seconds

B. 10 seconds

C. 15 seconds

D. 20 seconds

AnswerCorrect! You should wash your hands for a

minimum of 20 seconds to eliminate all germs.

SummaryYou have learned about the importance of

hydration and hygiene. Drinking enough water is essential to a healthy lifestyle and preparation for staying physically active.

Washing your hands can help you stay well and not spread germs. Both of the ideas we have worked with today insure a lifestyle that is healthy and well.

Work CitedPictures from Microsoft ClipArt

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