Kids For Healthy Food: Fiber Lesson Plan

Why does everyone say to eat your fruits and vegetables? This lesson dives into the health benefits of dietary fiber, illustrating a variety of sources of fiber as healthy options. Topics covered include:

  • Where to find fiber in four food groups
  • Soluble and insoluble fiber
  • How fiber supports a healthy microbiome
  • Prevention of heart disease and colon cancer

Students also conduct a simple science experiment that models the digestion speed of white bread and whole grain bread.

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