Building Blocks for a Healthy Body

Are you looking for a poster that teaches an important message and brings a smile to everyone’s face? We have a brand-new poster that fits the bill – check out the Healthy Diet Means Stronger Body-Building Blocks poster. This poster features building blocks (like the wooden blocks kids play with) stacked in the shape of a body. The building blocks are covered in real photos of a variety of healthy foods. The message? When you have the right building blocks, you can build yourself a healthy and strong body. We've also run a series on the Food and Health blog that takes a look at each individual building block. Check it out! Here are some talking points to go along with this eye-catching poster:

1. The building blocks needed for a strong body are healthy foods and beverages, plus adequate sleep and exercise.
2. The building blocks of a healthy diet include the five MyPlate food groups:
   • fruits
   • vegetables
   • whole grains
   • protein
   • dairy/calcium
3. The building blocks of a healthy diet are made up of real food, not fast food or highly processed foods.
   • Can your students identify all the healthy foods depicted on the blocks?
4. The text on the poster reminds us to get enough sleep and exercise, and to drink water instead of sugary beverages.
5. If you remove one of the building blocks, the body in the poster will topple.
   • Think about fad diets that cut out an entire food group!

The new Healthy Diet Means Stronger Body-Building Blocks poster is perfect for classrooms, gyms, cafeterias, bulletin boards, offices, and waiting areas.