Introduction to Healthy Eating
What is the primary purpose of healthy eating habits?
A) Weight loss
B) Maintaining overall health and well-being
C) Reducing stress
B) Maintaining overall health and well-being
What are some of the negative effects of unhealthy eating habits?
A) Increased energy levels
B) Weight gain, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes
C) Enhanced immunity
B) Weight gain, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes
What are unhealthy foods often high in?
A) Vitamins and minerals
B) Calories, saturated fats, added sugars, and sodium
C) Protein and fiber
B) Calories, saturated fats, added sugars, and sodium
What is the main goal of healthy food swaps?
A) Weight gain
B) Reducing calories, sugar, and unhealthy fats in the diet
C) Enhanced taste
B) Reducing calories, sugar, and unhealthy fats in the diet
A balanced diet will help prevent...
A) Health
B) Appetite
C) Malnutrition
Answer: D) Malnutrition
Which health issue is associated with a diet high in saturated fats, cholesterol, and sodium?
A) Weight loss
B) Type 2 diabetes
C) Heart disease and high blood pressure
C) Heart disease and high blood pressure
How many calories and grams of unhealthy fats can a typical fast food burger contain?
A) 500 calories and 10 grams of unhealthy fats
B) Over 1,000 calories and 30 grams of unhealthy fats
C) 200 calories and 5 grams of unhealthy fats
B) Over 1,000 calories and 30 grams of unhealthy fats
What is the recommended alternative to soda in a healthy food swap?
A) Milk
B) Water
C) Fruit juice
B) Water
What do healthy eating habits provide to our bodies?
A) Extra sleep
B) The necessary nutrients, vitamins, and minerals needed for proper functioning
C) Enhanced physical strength
B) The necessary nutrients, vitamins, and minerals needed for proper functioning
What can unhealthy eating patterns, especially the consumption of sugary drinks and processed foods, increase the risk of?
A) Increased athletic performance
B) Type 2 diabetes
C) Better sleep quality
B) Type 2 diabetes
What health risks have been linked to regular consumption of fast food?
A) Improved cardiovascular health
B) Obesity, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes
C) Reduced risk of cancer
B) Obesity, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes
What are some examples of healthy food swaps for chips?
A) Pizza
B) Vegetable sticks like carrots, celery, or bell peppers
C) Chocolate bars
B) Vegetable sticks like carrots, celery, or bell peppers
The most important factors that affect our nutritional requirements are…
A) Weight and appetite
B) Growth and energy level
C) Appetite and energy level
B) Growth and energy level
What is one of the health risks associated with poor dietary choices like a low intake of fruits and vegetables?
A) Stronger immune system
B) Increased risk of certain cancers
C) Improved digestion
B) Increased risk of certain cancers
What health conditions have been associated with drinking sugary drinks regularly?
A) Weight loss and increased energy
B) Improved mental health
C) Weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease
C) Weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease
Why should one choose whole grain options over refined grains in a healthy food swap?
A) Whole grains are cheaper
B) Whole grains are more colorful
C) Whole grains are rich in fiber and nutrients compared to refined grains
C) Whole grains are rich in fiber and nutrients compared to refined grains
What are the benefits of adopting healthy eating habits?
A) Weight gain
B) Reducing the risk of chronic diseases
C) Improved gaming skills
B) Reducing the risk of chronic diseases
What is the potential result of unhealthy eating habits affecting the body's ability to function optimally?
A) Enhanced physical performance
B) Improved nutrient intake
C) Poor nutrient intake
C) Poor nutrient intake
What is one of the dangers of consuming processed foods regularly?
A) Improved digestion
B) Reduced risk of heart disease
C) Increased risk of obesity, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes
C) Increased risk of obesity, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes
What is a healthier alternative to fried foods in a healthy food swap?
A) Grilled vegetables
B) More fried foods
C) Ice cream
A) Grilled vegetables