Canada's Food Guide
What are the three sections of Canada's Food Guide?
What are vegetables/fruits, grains, and protein
What does access to food mean?
being able to get the food you need
What does food give your body?
energy
Where do you find a nutrition label?
On the back of food packages
What fruit is actually a berry: strawberry or banana?
banana
Which food group should take up half of your plate?
What are vegetables/fruits
Name one place people get food
Grocery store, farm, restaurant, etc.
Name one way food affects your body
energy, mood, focus
What does “serving size” tell you?
how much food the label is based on
What vegetable can make you cry when you cut it?
onion
What is an example of a grain?
bread, pasta, rice, crackers, etc.
Name TWO factors that affect access to food
cost, location, season, cooking skills, time
What might happen if you eat only junk food?
low energy, poor focus, unhealthy
If you eat double the serving size, what happens?
you double calories, sugar, fat
Is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable?
fruit
What category do tree nuts belong to?
What is proteins
How can the season affect access to food?
Some foods cost more or are unavailable
What foods help your brain?
fruits, vegetables, protein, whole grains
Name TWO things you can find on a nutrition label.
sugar, fat, calories, protein, serving size
If two foods have the same calories, does that mean they are equally healthy?
No — nutrients matter (vitamins, protein, sugar, etc.)
How can cost and location work together to make it difficult for someone to access healthy foods?
Healthy foods may be more expensive and harder to find in some areas, so people with less money or limited nearby stores may have fewer nutritious options.
Why do balanced meals help you learn better?
better focus, steady energy
Why is it important to check sugar and fat?
too much can affect health
What did Miss McNeill have for lunch and was it balanced
banana, leftovers, protein bar