Food groups
How many food groups are included in My Plate?
5
What mineral is important for our bones and teeth?
Calcium
What type of milk is recommended for the whole population?
Reduced-fat (2%), or fat-free/skim milk (1%)
Why do we must limit sodas, sweetened teas and juices intake?
Because they have a high amount of sugar and added sugar and lots of calories.
What is the best way to eat fruits and vegetables?
Whole and fresh
List 3 foods that are part of the Dairy group:
Milk, yogurt, and cheese.
True or false. We should prefer whole-grains over refined grains.
True
Fried foods provide:
High amounts of fats.
About how much of your plate should be fruits and vegetables
One half
What nutrient can you get from eating whole fruits and vegetables that is not usually found in juice?
Fiber
About how much of the grains you eat should be whole-grains?
One half
List 3 food sources of bad fats:
Butter, bacon, sour cream, lard
List 3 methods of cooking that do not require oil or fat?
Baked, grilled, broiled, boiled, steamed
Name the 5 groups that are included in My Plate:
Fruits, grains, vegetables, proteins, and dairy
Fiber found in fruits, vegetables, legumes and grains its important for:
Maintaining proper bowel function.
List three plant-based protein sources?
Beans, lentils, peanut butter, hummus, peas, almonds, nuts.
Oranges, lemons, grapefruits and other citric fruits are good sources of:
Vitamin C
True or false. Eat seafood in place of meat or poultry twice a week
True
Canned food such as soups and pre-prepared foods provide high amounts of what mineral?
Sodium