Name That Food Group
Apples and bananas belong to which food group?
Fruits
What does food give our bodies?
Energy
What should you drink when you are thirsty?
Water
Name one fruit you could add to your breakfast.
Apple, banana, orange, berries, etc.
What part of your body helps you think and learn?
Your brain.
Chicken, eggs, and beans belong to which food group?
Protein
What does the serving size on a food label tell you?
How much food is considered one serving.
What should you do before eating or preparing food?
Wash your hands.
If you are eating a sandwich, what is one vegetable you could add?
Lettuce, tomato, cucumber, spinach, etc.
What does water help your body do?
Stay hydrated and function properly.
Bread, rice, and oatmeal belong to which food group?
Grains
What does protein help our bodies do?
Build and repair muscles and other body tissues.
Name one healthy habit that helps your body besides eating.
Sleeping, exercising, drinking water, or washing your hands.
You are making a meal with chicken and rice. Name one more food you could add to include another food group.
Broccoli, carrots, fruit, milk, etc.
Which nutrient helps build and repair your muscles?
Protein.
Broccoli, carrots, and green beans belong to which food group?
Vegetables
What do calories tell us about food?
How much energy the food provides.
Why is it important to eat breakfast?
It provides energy and helps fuel your body for the day.
Name three different food groups you could include in your lunch.
Any three of the five food groups.
Why does your body need energy?
To move, play, learn, think, and complete everyday activities.
Milk, cheese, and yogurt belong to which food group?
Dairy
What are two things you can learn by reading a nutrition facts label?
Calories, serving size, protein, sugar, fat, sodium, or other nutrients. Any two.
Why is it important to eat different types of foods instead of eating the same thing every day?
Different foods provide different nutrients that our bodies need.
You are packing a balanced lunch. Name a food from four different food groups that you could pack.
Example: turkey sandwich (grains and protein), carrots (vegetables), apple (fruit), and yogurt (dairy).
How do fruits and vegetables help keep your bodies healthy?
They provide vitamins, minerals, and fiber that help our bodies function.