Food scientists
I can describe how nutritionists carry out tests and make observations to help us make healthy choices.
Food scientists
I can describe how nutritionists carry out tests and make observations to help us make healthy choices.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Scientists who study food and how it works in your body are called nutritionists.
- Nutritionists carry out tests and make observations of the food we eat.
- Nutritionists share their results with food companies and schools to encourage healthy choices.
Keywords
Healthy - The health of a living thing is how well or ill it is. A healthy diet keeps a person or animal well.
Nutritionist - A nutritionist is a scientist who studies food and how it works in your body.
Observe - To observe is to look very closely and use other senses too.
Choice - A choice is the act of picking or choosing something.
Result - The result of a test is what happened or what was found out.
Common misconception
All fat in the diet can cause ill health.
Explanation that humans need some fat in their diet but that they should not eat large amounts of fat regularly if they want to have a healthy diet.
Equipment
Paper, foods containing different amounts of fat such as a tomato, cheese, chocolate spread, crisps, bread and a sausage. Check for any allergies and adjust foods to be used accordingly.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
- Risk assessment required - equipment
- Exploration of objects
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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