Importance of Food – JSS1 Physical & Health Education Lesson Note (Third Term)

Food is any substance that provides the body with energy, growth, heat, and repair of body tissues. Food is any substance that, when taken, is capable of maintaining growth and development. Good food is the basis of good health and well-being.

Behavioural objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

• define food
• name the six classes of food
• state the importance of food

What are the classes of food?

There are six classes of food:

1. Carbohydrate
2. Proteins
3. Fat and oil
4. Vitamin
5. Mineral salt
6. Water

Why is food important?

1. It satisfies hunger.
2. It keeps us healthy.
3. It protects the body against diseases.
4. It supplies energy to the body.
5. It provides energy for various physical activities.

Evaluation

1. Define food.
2. State four reasons why food is important.

Assignment

Write out twenty types of food.