Planning
Grocery store
Misleading Claims
Misc.
@ High Schoolers
100

What is the first thing you should check before you make your grocery list?

Check to see what foods you already have on hand and base your meal plan off that.

100

True or false: you should go to the grocery store when you’re hungry-it will help you make healthier choices and better financial decisions.

False: going to the grocery store when you’re hungry can make it harder for you to make healthy choices and can lead to you getting more foods that look good that you don’t really need. 

100

True or False: It is very important that you buy organic fruits and vegetables.

False: It is more important that you actually eat enough fruits and vegetables (which most people don’t). Organic produce usually costs more and is not easily accessible for everyone. 

100

True or False: Everyone who gives out nutrition information on the internet (esp TikTok) knows what they’re talking about. 

False

100

True or false: Energy drinks make a perfectly healthy lunch. 

False: Energy drinks do not make a healthy lunch because they are not balanced. They are not giving your body the essential nutrients it needs. A lot of them also contain tons of added sugar.

200

Name a quick healthy meal you could make in under 20 minutes when you’re running short on time. 

Examples: chicken & veggie wrap, tuna sandwich, egg and veggie scramble, yogurt parfait, bean burrito, etc.

200

Buy products you use a lot in _______ to help you save money.

bulk

200

True or False: If a product says it’s fat free or sugar free that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s healthier. 

True-sometimes products that are fat free have a lot of sugar in them to help improve taste. You never know if something is actually healthier unless you read the nutrition facts label. 

200

Name 3 other things that are important for good health besides nutrition

good sleep, exercise, managing stress, abstaining from smoking, drugs and alcohol, maintaining good mental health, etc. 

200

True or false: skipping breakfast and lunch is good for you because you consume less calories. 

False: skipping breakfast and lunch is a bad idea because you Are making your body run on fumes all day. Your brain and all your organs need fuel to think clearly in school and to do all the other things you have going on (work, sports, other hobbies). Skipping meals can also lead to you over consuming calories dense (not very nutritious) foods later on in the day. 

300

What dietary guideline diagram should you use to help you make your grocery list? 

Can you name the 5 food groups on this diagram?

MyPlate

Grains, protein, fruit, vegetables, and dairy

300

True or false: Ultra processed foods tend to be more calorie dense and have few nutrients our body needs. This makes them very satiating and will help you stay full for much longer than nutrient dense foods.

False

300

What does GMO stand for?

Genetically modified organism. 

300

Which macronutrient (carbs, protein, fats) is a building block for our hair, skin, muscles, nails, tendons, bones, etc. and helps repair tissue as well as regulates gene expression and is used to create enzymes that aid in digestion?

protein

300

True or false: I am on the high school soccer team. I have a big game this afternoon. I ate a salad and fiber one bar for lunch. This is a great pre-game meal. 

False: for pre game/race/match fuel you want to choose something high in simple carbohydrates, moderate in protein, and low in fat and fiber. Fat and fiber take longer to digest and can lead to gastrointestinal issues in your athletic event. Choose foods like bananas, PB&J, chewy granola bars, Toast with PB & banana, pretzels, etc. for pre game fuel. 

400

Eating leftovers is a great way to save money on groceries and reduce food waste. How long can you keep leftovers in your fridge before they go bad? What about your freezer?

Fridge: About 5 days

Freezer: Up to 3-4 months

400

What kinds of protein could you replace meat with from time to time to help you save money and improve your health-name three. 

Beans

Lentils

Soy-tofu or tempeh

legumes

eggs

400

Eating gluten free has become a health trend over the years, even though the only people who need to avoid gluten are those with celiacs disease. What is gluten?

Gluten is a protein found in some grains like wheat or barley. It helps give food structure and flexibility. It also helps bind foods together. 

400

Which macronutrient (carbs, protein, fats) Is our Body’s main and preferred source of energy and helps us have healthy gut bacteria? 

Carbohydrates 

400

What is the recommended daily amount for caffeine in teens? 

12-18 years of age: 100 mg per day

Adults: 400 mg per day

500

Name 3 ways you can buy fruits and vegetables that would help them have a longer shelf life.

dried, canned, frozen

500

What is the unit price formula?

Price / size = unit price 

500

Raw milk has become a health trend as of late. Raw milk means that the milk was not pasteurized. What happens to milk during the pasteurization process. 

The milk is heated to a specified temperature for a certain amount of time to kill harmful bacteria that can lead to harmful diseases. 

500

which macronutrient (carbs, protein, fats) can be used as an energy source, for insulation, helps us absorb certain vitamins, protects our organs, helps with healthy hormones, and cell growth. 

Fat

500

What is your brains primarily and almost exclusive source of fuel? 

Glucose -most easily obtained through carbohydrates

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