Food & Healthy Eating

Lesson Description

What is this lesson about?

This free healthy eating ESL lesson helps A2–B1 learners build confidence, vocabulary, and fluency when talking about food, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles. Students learn to describe their diets, compare healthy and unhealthy habits, and express personal opinions about wellbeing in natural English.

​

How do students learn the new language?

Learners explore six core healthy eating vocabulary words — ingredient, fresh, balanced, unhealthy, energy, and grain. Through matching, gap-fill, and speaking tasks, they practise using these terms in everyday contexts. Interactive discussions, “this or that” choices, and ranking activities encourage real communication about food and health, while scenario questions make the topic practical and memorable.

​

Why is this lesson useful?

By the end of the lesson, students can:
• Discuss healthy and unhealthy foods with confidence.
• Use everyday English to describe meals, balance, and energy.
• Reflect on their own healthy habits and daily routines.
• Engage in conversation about diet and wellbeing.

​

What makes this lesson special?

Unlike many nutrition ESL lessons, this one goes beyond simple vocabulary lists. It uses relatable situations and lifestyle choices to spark conversation about real-life routines, balance, and mindset. The lesson design promotes fluency, reflection, and motivation — ideal for teachers seeking a healthy lifestyle ESL lesson that feels relevant and inspiring.

​

Who is it for?

Designed for A2–B1 adult learners, this food and health ESL lesson plan works beautifully online or in person. It’s perfect for teachers who want a practical, ready-to-use healthy habits ESL worksheet that links language learning with wellbeing and self-care.

Related lessons

I Quit Junk Food for 30 Days – Free ESL Lesson Plan (B1-B2) - This lesson is designed for intermediate learners who want to explore food choices, cravings, and wellness.

Mindful Eating – Premium ESL Lesson (B2-C1) – This lesson is designed for students who want to explore how mindfulness can transform everyday habits while improving their English.

Healthy Eating– Premium ESL lesson (B1–B2) - Vocabulary and discussion around eating habits and nutrition.

​

Read our blog post about Healthy Eating.