List 2 factors that may influence our food choices.
The type of eater you are, Stress, Special occasions (holidays, birthdays, family gatherings), Finances (budget), Likes and dislikes
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banana
Go to last place!
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gold
Win 50 points!
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gift
Win 20 points!
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baam
Lose 25 points!
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True or False: The type of eater we are can change based on life events and different situations.
TRUE! We are not always the same type of eater. We can fluctuate between them based on what is happening in our lives at a given point in time.
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banana
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magnet
Take 20 points!
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shark
Other team loses 10 points!
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baam
Lose 15 points!
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lifesaver
Give 20 points!
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gift
Win 15 points!
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fairy
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baam
Lose 25 points!
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lifesaver
Give 25 points!
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gold
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gift
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thief
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Have you ever experienced stress/emotional eating? How did that make you feel?
Answers vary based on student experiences! Stress eating may make us feel better/comforted in the moment, but we may not feel good after the fact.
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What is social pressure when it comes to food choices?
Feeling pressured to eat more/making unhealthy food choices if your friends and families are doing so.
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What is one way to prohibit our budget from influencing our food choices?
Learning how to eat HEALTHY on a budget!
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Name the 4 types of eaters.
Fuel, fun, fog, storm
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True or False: It is possible to make healthier food choices at fast food restaurants.
TRUE! There are so many things on fast food menus. We need to try different things and research what may be more nutritional options for our bodies.
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What are some healthier ways we can manage stress instead of stress eating?
Exercising, deep breathing, thinking positively, seeking support from others, etc.
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How can stress influence our food choices?
Stress can cause people to eat unhealthy foods to make themselves feel better mentally or emotionally. This is also called stress eating or emotional eating.
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True or False: With a lot of practice, we can help ourselves become LESS influenced by these factors and make healthier food choices.
TRUE! It doesn't happen overnight and will take some practice, but with the right tools and strategies, we can make healthier choices.
