Understanding the Impact of Unhealthy Eating: Diseases and Proper Food Use Home Economics JSS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 9

Home Economics JSS 1 First Term Lesson Plan – Week 9

Subject: Home Economics
Class: JSS 1
Term: First Term
Week: 9
Age: 11-12 years
Topic: Healthy Feeding and Eating Practices
Sub-topic:
I. Effects of Unhealthy Feeding
II. Practices (e.g., Marasmus, Kwashiorkor, Obesity)
III. Food Activities – Uses, Misuse, and Defection
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

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

1. Identify the effects of unhealthy feeding.
2. Explain different feeding practices and their impacts.
3. Discuss the proper uses and misuses of food.

Keywords:

• Unhealthy Feeding
• Marasmus
• Kwashiorkor
• Obesity
• Food Activities

Set Induction:

The teacher starts a discussion on common health problems related to poor diet and asks students if they know any diseases caused by unhealthy eating.

Entry Behaviour:

Students know basic information about healthy and unhealthy foods.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Charts on the effects of unhealthy feeding
• Posters explaining Marasmus, Kwashiorkor, and Obesity
• Visual aids on proper food usage

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Students have been introduced to healthy feeding practices but may not know the negative effects of unhealthy eating.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Health literacy
• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving

Learning Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Home Economics JSS 1
• Charts and posters on food-related diseases and proper food use

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for JSS 1 Home Economics
• Health and Nutrition textbooks

Instructional Materials:

• Charts and posters on Marasmus, Kwashiorkor, Obesity, and food activities

Content:

Effects of Unhealthy Feeding:

1. Marasmus: A condition caused by severe malnutrition, leading to emaciation and weakened immune system.
2. Kwashiorkor: A disease resulting from protein deficiency, causing swelling, irritability, and growth retardation.
3. Obesity: Excess body fat due to overeating and lack of exercise, leading to health issues like diabetes and heart disease.
4. Vitamin Deficiency Diseases: Conditions like scurvy (vitamin C deficiency) and rickets (vitamin D deficiency) caused by lack of essential vitamins.
5. Digestive Problems: Issues like constipation and diarrhea due to poor diet.

Food Activities – Uses, Misuse, and Defection:

1. Uses: Food provides essential nutrients for growth, energy, and repair of body tissues.
2. Misuse: Overeating or consuming unhealthy foods, leading to health problems like obesity.
3. Defection: Poor food choices can lead to nutritional deficiencies and associated diseases.

Evaluation (Fill-in-the-blank questions with options):

1. Marasmus is caused by severe ______.
   a) Protein
   b) Carbohydrate
   c) Malnutrition
   d) Vitamins
2. Kwashiorkor results from a deficiency in ______.
   a) Carbohydrates
   b) Proteins
   c) Fats
   d) Minerals
3. Obesity can lead to ______ diseases.
   a) Digestive
   b) Cardiovascular
   c) Respiratory
   d) Skin
4. Vitamin C deficiency causes a disease known as ______.
   a) Rickets
   b) Scurvy
   c) Kwashiorkor
   d) Marasmus
5. Digestive problems can be caused by a ______ diet.
   a) Balanced
   b) High-fiber
   c) Poor
   d) Rich
6. Eating too much unhealthy food can lead to ______.
   a) Obesity
   b) Marasmus
   c) Scurvy
   d) Rickets
7. Kwashiorkor causes symptoms like ______.
   a) Emaciation
   b) Swelling
   c) Constipation
   d) Obesity
8. Obesity is often linked to a lack of ______.
   a) Exercise
   b) Vitamins
   c) Carbohydrates
   d) Proteins
9. Marasmus can cause ______ of the body.
   a) Swelling
   b) Excess fat
   c) Emaciation
   d) Growth
10. Proper food usage helps provide essential ______ for the body.
    a) Sugar
    b) Nutrients
    c) Calories
    d) Fats

Class Activity Discussion (FAQs):

1. What are the effects of Marasmus?
   Marasmus causes severe emaciation and a weakened immune system due to malnutrition.
2. How does Kwashiorkor affect the body?
   Kwashiorkor leads to swelling, irritability, and growth retardation due to protein deficiency.
3. What health issues are associated with Obesity?
   Obesity can lead to diabetes, heart disease, and other health problems.
4. What are vitamin deficiency diseases?
   Diseases caused by a lack of essential vitamins, such as scurvy and rickets.
5. How can poor food choices affect health?
   They can lead to nutritional deficiencies, digestive problems, and various diseases.
6. What is the main cause of Obesity?
   Overeating and lack of exercise.
7. How does a poor diet impact digestion?
   It can cause problems like constipation and diarrhea.
8. What are some signs of Kwashiorkor?
   Swelling, irritability, and growth retardation.
9. How can one prevent Marasmus?
   By ensuring a balanced diet with adequate nutrition.
10. Why is proper food usage important?
    It provides essential nutrients needed for health and growth.

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic on healthy feeding and eating habits.
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic on the effects of unhealthy feeding and discusses different practices.
Step 3: The teacher facilitates a discussion on food activities, allowing students to contribute and correct their understanding as needed.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Present charts and posters on unhealthy feeding effects and food activities.
• Explain the impact of different feeding practices and food misuse.
• Engage students in a discussion on how to avoid unhealthy feeding practices.

Learners’ Activities:

• Observe and discuss the charts and posters.
• Participate in discussions on the effects of unhealthy feeding.
• Answer questions and contribute to discussions about food activities.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is Marasmus and how does it affect the body?
2. Describe the symptoms of Kwashiorkor.
3. What are some health problems associated with obesity?
4. What causes vitamin deficiency diseases?
5. How can poor food choices impact your health?
6. What is the relationship between overeating and obesity?
7. How does a poor diet affect digestion?
8. Explain how to prevent nutritional deficiencies.
9. What are the signs of Obesity?
10. Why is it important to use food properly?

Conclusion:

The teacher reviews key points, answers any remaining questions, and reinforces the importance of healthy feeding practices to prevent diseases.

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