food groups
healthy swaps
benefits of healthy eating
portion and plate
100

This food group includes apples, bananas, and carrots.

What are fruits and vegetables?

100

Swap this sugary drink for water or unsweetened tea.

What is soda?

100

Eating fruits and veggies helps your body grow strong and keeps your ______ healthy.

What is immune system?


100

Half of your plate should be filled with these.

What are fruits and vegetables?

200

Foods like chicken, beans, and eggs belong to this group.

What is protein?

200

Instead of chips, try these crunchy snacks made from nuts or veggies.

What are healthy snacks?

200

Healthy foods give your brain more of this to help with schoolwork.

What is focus or energy?

200

Using different colors on your plate helps you eat more of these.

What are nutrients or vitamins?

300

Whole wheat bread, oats, and brown rice are examples of this group.

What are grains/complex carbs?

300

Replace ice cream with this sweet treat made from fruit.

What is a smoothie or frozen fruit?

300

Eating too many sugary foods can make your mood feel ______.

What is tired or cranky?

300

These grains are better for your health because they have more fiber.

What are whole grains?


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