The Primay 5s have been discussing the food that we eat.

They have been comparing their own diets with the Eatwell Plate, which is the suggested balance of the main food groups for healthy growth and development. The main food groups are

Fruit and vegetables (33%)

Bread, rice, potatoes and pasta (33%)

Milk and dairy foods (15%)

Meat, fish, eggs and beans (12%)

Foods and drinks high in fat and/or sugar (7%)

The children kept a diary of the foods that they ate over a set period of time – including snacks. They then compared what they had eaten with the Eatwell Plate. It is surprising how many unhealthy snacks we eat!

The results were discussed and groups of children made poster promoting healthy food and the reasons for eating more fruit and vegetables.

The Primary 5’s have made a very convincing argument of why we should eat healthily!