Learning expectations  of students studying Year 11 Food & Nutrition

• Know the four food groups and nutrients found in each group.
• Draw a food pyramid (using the four food groups)
• Recognise what foods are high in fat, salt and sugar in the food pyramid.
• Have knowledge of salt, sugar and fat in the diet.
• Name the 6 essential nutrients.
• Know why the body requires the 6 essential nutrients including calcium, iron, simple and complex carbohydrates, vitamin C and D.
• Know which vitamins are water soluble and fat soluble.
• Know the NZ Food & Nutrition Guidelines.
• Know the recommended servings for the four food groups.
• Be able to write balanced meal plans.