Nutrition Detectives - Philippines
Nutrition Detectives is a program developed by Dr. David Katz, named one of the 25 Most Influential People in Children Lives. Yale University School of Medicine and Yale Prevention Research Center is in support of the said program. Soup of the Day is the local partner in the Philippines re-educating the children through becoming a Nutrition Detectives. Experiential Learning up to reading nutrition facts are made enjoyable in a fun and kid-friendly manner. The program is designed for children from 2nd through 6th grades but best suited for 2-4. These children are taught to interpret food labels, with four specific items emphasized:
Participating Schools are encourage to communicate with us your preferred schedule. We conduct the Nutrition Detective Program during Saturdays for two batches, morning and afternoon. For more information please contact us NOW!
SODforce are volunteers trained to conduct the workshop for Nutrition Detectives Program. If you are interested to become a SODforce, please apply NOW!
- partially hydrogenated oil: this is harmful “trans” fat, and should be avoided
- high fructose corn syrup: this is the most common form of added sugar, and should be avoided when possible
- fiber: is your friend! Look for fiber to confirm that grain products provide whole-grain goodness.
- the length of the ingredient list: long ingredient lists mean added flavors, and often, artificial ingredients. In each food category, look for options with short ingredient lists. These tend to be the less processed, more wholesome choices.
- To understand how food choices affect health and abilities.
- To understand how food choices relate to short-term performance goals.
- To understand why eating badly is so easy, and why eating well can be so challenging.
- To recognize deception in food advertisements.
- To become familiar with food labels.
- To know the 5 main things to look for on a food label as a basis for making better choices.
- To understand how looking for items on a food label can be like finding “Fingers the Fox.”
- To be prepared to offer suggestions to an adult for better food choices in a supermarket or restaurant.
- To be able to summarize several key reasons why eating well is important.
Participating Schools are encourage to communicate with us your preferred schedule. We conduct the Nutrition Detective Program during Saturdays for two batches, morning and afternoon. For more information please contact us NOW!
SODforce are volunteers trained to conduct the workshop for Nutrition Detectives Program. If you are interested to become a SODforce, please apply NOW!