This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, our dear learners, can continue your studies and learn while at home. Activities, questions, directions, exercises, and discussions are carefully stated for you to understand each lesson.
Each SLM is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you step-by-step as you discover and understand the lesson prepared for you.
Pre-tests are provided to measure your prior knowledge on lessons in each SLM. This will tell you if you need to proceed on completing this module or if you need to ask your facilitator or your teacher’s assistance for better understanding of the lesson. At the end of each module, you need to answer the post-test to self-check your learning. Answer keys are provided for each activity and test. We trust that you will be honest in using these.
Please use this module with care. Do not put unnecessary marks on any part of this SLM. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises and tests. And read the instructions carefully before performing each task.
If you have any questions in using this SLM or any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator.
This module highlights the importance of attaining holistic health. It also focuses on the need to develop all dimensions of one’s health. Correct health information, a positive attitude, healthy practices will be discussed to help you attain and maintain holistic health. The language used recognizes your diverse vocabulary level. The lessons are arranged to follow the standard sequence of the curriculum guide. But the order in which you read them can be changed to correspond with the textbook you are now using.
In addition, you will be exposed to activities that will help you develop/practice different life skills, such as critical thinking skills and decision- making skills to cope with changes during adolescence.
The module discusses the:
Lesson 11: Healthful Eating Guidelines
After going through this module, you are expected to:
- follow the appropriate nutritional guidelines for adolescents for healthful eating.
> explain the need to select food based on the nutritional needs during adolescence.