Elementary Food and Health

The Elementary Food and Health course has been independently rated on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework (SCQF) at Level 5 with 1 credit.

All objectives to be prefixed by the words: The expected outcome is that the course participant will be able to: Introduction

Objectives

• Relate to the needs and expectations of other course participants

• Identify their current understanding of the relationship between food and health

An Introduction to Food and Health

Objectives

• Describe the value of having a balanced diet

• Appraise food and health in Scotland

• Explore their views on the consequences of eating habits on health

• Describe the impact of diet on health

• Record the influences on food choices in the completed food diary forms 1.6 Consider and list the barriers to eating a healthy diet

Food and Nutrients

Objectives

• Discuss the role of the Eatwell Guide

• Identify each of the 5 food groups on the Eatwell Guide

• Identify foods from each food group and the main nutrients they contain

• Explain briefly the role of key nutrients from each food group

• Outline the key recommendations for each food group

• Discuss the importance of an adequate fluid intake

• Be aware of fluid requirements and identify the best sources

Energy and Energy Balance

Objectives

• Describe the role of energy and how it is measured

• Interpret the energy content of food and drinks

• Contrast that different people have different energy needs

• Explain energy balance and its influence on body weight

• Discuss the effect of physical activity on energy balance and body weight

Influences on Food Intake

Objectives

• Recognise that certain groups have specific nutritional needs

• Consider dietary requirements and the factors that influence them

• Examine the role of food in long term conditions, e.g. diabetes

• Compare the role of food in coeliac disease, food allergies and intolerances

• Name the influences of life circumstances on dietary habit e.g. social, cultural and religious

• Debate how food intake can affect food and psychological well-being, social relationships and self esteem

Eating for Health - Food and Well Being

Objectives

• Recall current dietary guidelines in Scotland and consider how they are important for health and wellbeing

• Value the role of a balanced diet in the prevention of diet related diseases

• Practice using the ‘Eatwell Guide’ model as a tool to guide and evaluate food choices

• Demonstrate the use of the ‘Eatwell Guide’ model to review the completed food diary forms

• Identify different ways of choosing, preparing and cooking foods for a healthy diet

• Consider and discuss ways to make more sustainable choices and reduce food waste

• Identify and assess the nutritional information on a food label

Action Planning, Revision and Exam

• Further information

• Action planning

• Revision as required – course summary

• Evaluation

• Exam