This work is dedicated to the source of all creation which brings forth life. The strength and courage of our ancestors no matter how great or small the victory. To my elders and master teachers that give me the knowledge and energy to do what has to be done. To my peers that witnessed the transformation and pushed me to continue on no matter the sacrifice, you are truly appreciated. Special dedication to the many people that have touched the lives of children, please continue to share love, respect and honor for all God’s children.
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We eat fruits and vegetables to stay healthy and strong. Food enters the body through your mouth. Point to your mouth open wide and say AHHHHHH.
When food is in your mouth you can taste it . How does the food taste?
Does the food taste‌ Bitter? Like an orange peel? Yuck! Sweet? Like a watermelon? Yummy!
Sour? Like a lemon? Eeeh! Is the food hot or cold?
After the food enters the mouth it goes through a body system Do you know what that system of your body is called? Your right! It’s your Digestive System.
When food enters your mouth your salivary glands produce saliva to moisten the food so you can swallow. Once your food is alllllll chewed up. At least thirty chews each bite. 1. Chew Umm 2. Chews Ummmm 3 chew Ummmm! Keep going! Now you’re ready to swallow your food!
Food and air is passed through the pharynx (Far NEX) The pharynx is located in the back of your throat It helps you swallow your food Shhh don’t talk while eating, the pharynx needs silence to
do her work.
Can you say esophagus three times without smiling Esophagus Esophagus Esophagus
The esophagus moves food from the pharynx to stomach Can you point to your stomach?
The food is in your stomach now the food begins the mixing process.
The stomach rolls the food backwards, flips the food upside down, inside out
Shaking out all the vitamins and minerals
What are vitamins and minerals? They give you energy and keep you healthy and strong.
Foods that have vitamins and minerals are apples, oranges, grapes, carrots, peas, and broccoli. Can you name fruits and vegetables that have vitamins and minerals?
Your Liver has many jobs to do.
It changes vitamins and minerals to energy. What is energy? Energy is what keeps you alive, it keeps your heart beating Can you point to your heart? Place your hand over your heart and count to 5
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 do you feel that energy in your heartbeat?
Your Pancreas has a place to work under your stomach Can you point to your pancreas? Your pancreas helps the stomach digest food.
Your pancreas makes a green juice drink called insulin
If you drink while eating your food you will wash the digestive fluids all away.
Your body has a small intestine and a big sister large Intestine
This brother and sister team help absorb vitamins and minerals into your body and store
Do you know what waste is? You got it its Trash in the inside body.
The last step of your Digestive system is to take out the trash. The body takes out the trash inside your body 3 times a day through the rectum. Trash needs to come out the anus after every time you eat. Close the bathroom door. You need privacy THE END
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Remarks With so much focus on childhood obesity, this book should be a part of curricula in schools and after-school programs everywhere. Consir Thot explains a complex biological process in a manner every child can easily, well, digest." Sonya M. Toler Former Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Governors Advisory Commission on African American Affairs
This book is precisely what we need in an age of misinformation and ignorance. Understanding the body and how it works is a form of liberation leading to self-sufficiency free from the chemical industry that thrives on our ignorance. For far too long, we have lacked the basic understanding of our bodies and what makes it operate in an efficient and healthy manner. This book is the first step in educating our children in proper nutrition. Travis Waters Principal Susquehanna Township Middle School
“ Consir is undertaking a task of significant and singular importance, that is, the health education of early learners. In my opinion, one of the best ways to win the battle against childhood obesity among inner-city youth is to teach our children the basics about their inner-bodies and the harmonious effects on the mind and body when we make healthy food choices. I applaud the author for taking this bold and innovative step forward and eagerly await the Spanish version of the book. Beatrice H. Chakraborty, Psy.D., M.S.Ed. Postdoctoral Associate - Psychiatry University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System Biometrics Research ProgramClinical Research Psychologist; Program and Education Board Chair—Pennsylvania Psychological Association
The education of children about the anatomy and physiology of the body and particularly the function of the digestive system is a crucial step toward reversing the health crisis that is affecting all of us. I commend Consir on a well written and illustrated book. It will educate and inspire more people to address the mis-education of children. This book will keep the fire lit for Black peoples nutritional liberation. Dr Llaila O. Afrika ( Doctorate of Naturopahy,author,teacher,historian,Holistic Psychologist,Medical Astrologist,acupuncturist, and lecturer. He has been a prominent figure in holistic science and African American health for over 30 years)
About the Author Consir Thot is a masters level mental health, addiction therapist and holistic health counselor. Consir teaches African science of health and nutrition across the country to audiences young and old. Inside Body natural therapies was founded on the principles of “If children knew more about their inside Body they can systematically increase their odds of being healthy.�