This page introduces “Mga Masustansyang Pagkain” (nutritious foods): the nutrients that keep the body strong and active, and common Filipino foods that supply them. It also includes the module “Wastong Nutrisyon” (proper nutrition), which discusses good nutrition, good health, and having a balanced diet. Learners, parents, and teachers can use it to review which foods to eat and why.
On this page 6 sections
What nutritious foods contain
Nutritious foods that give the body strength and energy are rich in:
- Carbohydrates
- Taba (fat)
- Protina (protein)
- Bitamina (vitamins)
- Tubig (water)
- Mineral (minerals)
Examples of nutritious foods
The article gives its examples in a short Filipino verse. Here is what it says, group by group.
Vegetables
- Saluyot (jute leaves)
- Petsay (pechay)
- Kangkong (water spinach)
- Malunggay (moringa)
These are a few examples of nutritious vegetables.
Foods that nourish the body
- Prutas (fruits)
- Gatas (milk)
- Itlog (eggs)
The verse calls these “pagkaing pampalusog”, foods that help the body stay healthy.
Foods rich in Vitamin A
- Karot (carrots)
- Dilaw na kalabasa (yellow squash)
Protein foods
- Karne (meat)
- Isda (fish)
Protein foods like meat and fish give strength and energy to the body of every person.
Recipe ideas
Wastong Nutrisyon module
The module “Wastong Nutrisyon” (proper nutrition) discusses the importance of good nutrition and health, and of having a balanced diet.
What learners will learn
- Identify the different food classifications according to the food pyramid.
- Value the importance of good nutrition and good health.
You can also open the Wastong Nutrisyon module on Google Drive.
How to use this page
- Learners: Read the list of nutrients and the food examples first, then work through the module to learn how foods are grouped in the food pyramid.
- Parents: Use the food examples and recipe ideas to plan balanced meals at home with vegetables like malunggay, kangkong, and kalabasa.
- Teachers: Use the food lists as a quick review before or after discussing the module on good nutrition and a balanced diet.
Frequently asked questions
What nutrients do nutritious foods contain?
Nutritious foods that make the body strong and active are rich in carbohydrates, fat, protein, vitamins, water, and minerals.
What are examples of nutritious vegetables?
The article names saluyot (jute leaves), petsay (pechay), kangkong (water spinach), and malunggay (moringa) as examples of nutritious vegetables.
Which foods are rich in Vitamin A?
Carrots (karot) and yellow squash (dilaw na kalabasa) are given as foods rich in Vitamin A.
What does the Wastong Nutrisyon module cover?
It discusses the importance of good nutrition and health and having a balanced diet. Learners identify the different food classifications according to the food pyramid and learn to value good nutrition and good health.
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