Here’s to bone health!
With an abundance of beverage options, it is important to think about what we choose to drink.
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"Got Milk...Without the Hidden Fat" Group Activity
Use this fun tasting activity for class, summer youth programs or a parent open house!
Materials Needed:
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3-32 oz. clear, plastic containers with lids
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4-1/2 cups melted shortening
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Skim, 2%, whole milk (2-3 oz. per person for tasting
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3 oz. disposable cups
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Create containers that demonstrate the amount of fat a person would consume by drinking 3 cups of skim, 2%, or whole milk per day for a month.
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Measure the following amounts of shortening for each of the 3 containers: Skim-none, 2%-1-1/2 cups, Whole-3 cups
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Melt shortening and pour into designated container.
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Set up supplies for blindfold tasting to guess the skim, 2%, and whole milk samples.
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Use a permanent marker to label 3-30z. disposable cups with a (1), (2), or (3).
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Use the following code to pour the milk into the cups for tasting: (1) 2% milk, (2) skim milk (3) whole milk
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Have participants look at each of the 3 containers and explain what they represent. Discuss that making lower fat choices can add up to a healthy difference!
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Challenge participants to see if they can correctly guess the type of milk they are drinking when given the 3 samples, labeled 1, 2, or 3.
For other fun and educational group activities like this, check out the HKC Setting Up For Success booklet! |
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Drink Plenty of Water this Summer -- Family Tips
Water makes up 60-70% of our body, so give it what it needs by using these suggestions!
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Drink a glass of water at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Dilute your full strength juice, tea or coffee with water to get a little extra in the day.
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For every sugared drink you drink daily, substitute a bottle or glass of water instead.
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Carry bottled water in your lunch, backpack, car, or on a walk or bike ride.
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