Nutrition and Food Fuel · Health Concepts

Analyzing Food Labels

Breaking down the components of nutrition facts tables to make informed purchasing decisions.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can a food label be misleading if you do not check the serving size?
  2. 2Which ingredients should you look for to ensure sustained energy throughout the day?
  3. 3How does sugar content affect your energy levels over a three hour period?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Healthy Living - Grade 6
Grade: Grade 6
Subject: PE & Health
Unit: Nutrition and Food Fuel
Period: Health Concepts

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