French Diet versus American Diet
Grade 10th Grade · Health · 30 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can compare and contrast the typical French diet with the typical American diet.
Warm-Up Video
Lucie Villeneuve · 16:18
FRENCH VS AMERICAN DIETS: what do the nutrition guidelines say // Differences between France and USA
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Typical American diets often include larger portions and more processed foods compared to French diets.
- 2
French nutritional guidelines, promoted by PNNS through the site moji bougie, emphasize increasing fruit, vegetables, legumes, and physical activity, while reducing alcohol, sugary drinks, and processed meats.
- 3
While both French and American guidelines promote whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, the French guidelines more explicitly encourage reducing meat intake and finding plant-based protein alternatives.
Practice Questions
3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Name three differences between the typical French diet and the typical American diet, as discussed in the video.”
Teacher Guide
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