Day 1 The belly rules the mind. ~Spanish Proverb A proverb is a phrase expressing a basic truth which may be applied to common situations. Give your interpretation to this proverb. Day 2 It's bizarre that the produce manager is more important to my children's health than the pediatrician. ~Meryl Streep Explain why she would/could hold this option. Day 3 If God had intended us to follow recipes, He wouldn't have given us grandmothers. ~Linda Henley Which family recipes are you favorites? Who cooked them? Have you asked to learn them? Day 4 List as many foods that you know that contain ground beef. Ground Beef Consumption In the U.S. Roughly 42% of all beef eaten in the United States is in the form of ground beef. According to the USDA statistics, Americans consume about 67 pounds of ground beef each year. Most of that is purchased as fresh ground beef, prepared and eaten at home. 1
Day 5 Before the Renaissance and the invention of the fork, the object that moved between plate and mouth, lifting cooked food and its sauce without spills was bread, an integral part of a table setting. John Montagu (1718-1792), the Fourth Earl of Sandwich, revived the concept of bread as utensil giving us the name we use today. Sandwich is only one name. Name other terms for a sandwich. Day 6 What is patriotism but the love of the food one ate as a child? ~Lin Yutang Patriotism is the love of one s own country. What foods make you love your heritage? Day 7 How does a food allergy change how a person prepares food and eats out? Day 8 You can find your way across this country using burger joints the way a navigator uses stars. ~Charles Kuralt Name as many restaurant chain establishments that you have visited or seen while driving. 2
Day 9 "Recipe Doctor" Elaine Magee, MPH, RD. "Studies have shown that when people eat meals away from home, they eat more food, more calories, and more fat." Do you buy lunch or pack? How can you make better choices regardless of your lunch style? Day 10 Life expectancy would grow by leaps and bounds if green vegetables smelled as good as bacon. ~Doug Larson Do you have a comfort food? What is it? e Day 11 My soul is dark with stormy riot, Directly traceable to diet. ~Samuel Hoffenstein Explain this quote. Day 12 Name the four basic tastes recognizes by the human taste buds. A number of researchers believe there is a fifth taste called umami - savory. 3
e Day 13 Yes! Live! Life's a banquet and most poor suckers are starving to death! Auntie Mame Day 14: Eat nuts, because nut oils are rich in vitamin E. They improve the skin and are antioxidants. Name as many kinds of nuts as you can. Explain this quote. Day 15: Daily snacks of fruit high in vitamin C -- essential beauty care, replenish your skin; and boost immune system. Which citrus fruit(s) is/are your favorite? Day 16 Eat red and yellow colored fruits and vegetables such as carrots, mangoes, tomatoes, papaya and water cress. These fruits and vegetables contain antioxidants that keep the skin supple and resilient. How often do you eat raw/fresh vegetables and fruits during a normal week? What vegetables are your favorites? 4
Day 17 Eating plenty of green leafy vegetables such as kale, spinach and collard greens could decrease skin cancer risk. International Journal of Cancer An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Henry de Bracton (English Jurist, b.1268) What are you willing to do not to face cancer, diabetes, heart disease, colon disease, etc. Day 18 Whole Foods, company The world s leader in natural and organic foods. They seek out the finest natural and organic foods available, maintain the strictest quality standards in the industry, and have an unshakeable commitment to sustainable agriculture. Why are people willing to pay more for this company s product and philosophy? Day 19 During WWII, families were encouraged to garden so that our nation s resources could be used to help the soldiers. The gardens were called Victory Gardens. Do any of your families garden? Offer some ideas of how to garden in a city? Day 20 City gardens are called Urban Gardens. What is your opinion about the farmer s market in Hazleton? Name other farmer markets in the area. 5
Day 21 After growing a garden, how do you preserve the harvest? Name as many food preservation techniques that you know. Day 22 People often say that they do not have enough time to prepare healthy foods. Estimate the preparation time and cost for this platter of fresh vegetables. Estimate the time and cost to sit in a doctor s office so to address diabetic health concerns. Day 23 Parents are the first teachers. Poor or good eating habits begin at home. As a young adult, how can you help your family practice better eating habits? Day 24 Introducing ethnic foods into your menu selection spices up your eating habits. What are your favorite ethnic foods? 6
Day 25 Soy Foods: Half a cup of tofu contains 258 milligrams of calcium. Day 26 Fresh berries offer many nutrients. List as many berries that you know. Name as many soy food products that you know. Day 27 An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Explain this common saying. Name as many types of apples as you can. Day 28 Big Mac has 29 grams of total fat. One gram of fat equals nine calories. Of all 540 calories in a Big Mac, how many come from fat? 7
Day 29 How many empty calories do you drink? How many calories are in each of the three bottles? 39g 65g 108g 1 gram of sugar contains 4 calories. Day 30 Spices add flavor. Watch out for the amount of sodium in the sauces. What spices and herbs do you like to add to foods to flavor your food? Day 31 Cream, cream cheese, and butter contain little calcium. Name as many cheeses that you know. Day 32 Eggs are the most versatile and nutritious food source. Name all the ways to make/use eggs. 8
Day 33 After eating at a restaurant, gratuity is often calculated for your waitress/waiter s service. Another name for gratuity is TIP. Offer possible meanings for the mnemonic TIP. Day 34 A tip is usually calculated at 15%. If the service is outstanding, 20%. Large groups of six or more are automatically charged 18% of the total bill. How much is the tip for a dinner bill of $65.00? Day 35 Compare and contrast these products. What would make you spend more? Why? Day 36 16 oz Ajax at $2.35 24 oz Dawn at $ 3.12 Which is a better deal? 9