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Calculating Fat, Carbohydrates & Protein Lesson PlanCalculating Fat, Carbohydrates & Protein Lesson Plan
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Calculating Fat, Carbohydrates & Protein

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Students calculate the percentages of fat, protein and carbohydrates in their favorite foods. They choose 3 of their favorite foods. First, identify the total grams of fat, protein,and carbohydrates in each food. Second, identify the total calories i

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diet, protein

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caculating fat. carbohydrates, diet, protein, health
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Grade
6th - Higher Ed
Subjects
Health
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Year
2001
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