Fruits and Vegetables
On the Food Plate, Fruits and Vegetables are what color?
Red and Green
What color is protein on the food plate?
Purple
What color is Dairy on the food plate?
Blue
What color are Grains on the food plate?
Orange
_________ are foods that have few nutrients and are high in fat, sugar, or salt.
Junk foods
A great example of a fruit that comes in red, yellow and green is a(n)
Apple
The protein group doesn't only consist of meats. Name 2 other foods that are proteins.
Seafood, beans, peas, eggs, nuts and seeds!
Dairy helps you grow...
...strong bones, teeth, and hair
What does your digestive system do?
It breaks down food and takes in nutrients.
Which drink has NO sugar or calories?
Water
How much of your plate should be fruits and vegetables?
1/2 of your food plate with a little more vegetables
What does protein do for your body?
It helps build strong muscles
What is found in milk that helps give you strong bones and teeth?
Calcium
Eating whole grains helps give your body...
Energy and Fiber
Why are sugary snacks considered junk food?
A. Because they have few calories.
B. Because they have few nutrients.
C. Because they are often thrown away.
D. Because they give you a lot of energy
B. Because they have few nutrients.
Double Jeopardy
How many cups of fruit should you eat a day?
How many cups of vegetables should you eat a day?
Children Ages 4-8: 1.5 fruits/2 vegetables
Children Ages 9-: 2 fruits/3 vegetables
How many ounces of proteins should you eat a day?
Children Ages 4-8: 5 ounces
Children Ages 9-13: 6.5 ounces
Milk is the main source of dairy. Name 2 other foods that count as dairy.
Cheese, Yogurt, Cottage Cheese
What do our bodies use to get energy?
Carbohydrates
Which breakfast is the healthiest...
A. sausage sandwich
B. bacon and eggs
C. oatmeal with fruit
D. cinnamon roll
C. oatmeal with fruit
What do fruits and vegetables do for your body?
They give you vitamins, minerals, heal your body, keep your body healthy
How much exercise should you get a day?
60 minutes/1 hour
How many cups of dairy should you eat a day?
Children Ages 4-8: 2.5 cups
Children Ages 9-13: 3 cups
How many ounces of grains should you eat a day?
5 ounces (4-8 years old)
8 ounces (9-13 years old)
Which sentence is FALSE?
A. Fruit juices can have a lot of added sugar.
B. Foods higher in sugar have more calories.
C. The body stores the extra calories it does not use as fat.
D. Larger helpings have fewer calories than smaller ones.
D. Larger helpings have fewer calories than smaller ones.