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Name the 5 food groups according to MyPlate
Fruits, Vegetables, Protein, Grains, Dairy
Why do we look at MyPlate for healthy eating?
Because it represents a healthy eating pattern and proportions of different food groups
pineapple, banana, mango
True or False: it is important to include foods from all five food groups in your daily diet
TRUE
milk, cheese, yogurt, cottage cheese
what is considered a whole grain?
Brown Rice
apple, carrots, chicken, milk, rice
you should consume three cups of this MyPlate product every day?
milk
What is the healthiest grain to exist?
Whole Grains
name a type of protein
grilled chicken, canned tuna, steak, salmon
which MyPlate group does tomato belong in?
Fruit
True or False: MyPlate recommends consuming more dairy products than any other food group
False
Name a grain
rice, oats, corn, quinoa, wheat, bread, Pasta
Why may a person's eating habits be different from others
eating patterns are based on age, gender, height, weight, and activity level
According to MyPlate where do chips and cookies fall under?
the "other" food Group - not part of this plate
How much of your plate should be filled with fruits and vegetables?
Half of the plate (about 5 or more daily)
provide essential vitamins and minerals, high in dietary fiber, aid in digestion
Eggs belong to which food group on MyPlate
Protein
which MyPlate group does bacon belong in?
Protein
Why is it important to eat unprocessed foods
they contain more vitamins and less added sugars, salt, and fat