Spinach, broccoli, carrots, sweet potatoes and peas are all examples of food from what food group?
Vegetable Group
The new Food Guide Pyramid recommends how many minutes of activity per day? a. 30 b. 60 c. 90
b. 60
Give 3 examples of types of food from the fruit group.
Orange, apple, banana, pear, grapefruit, papaya, mango, kiwi, watermelon, strawberries, etc…
T or F: Competitive sports (like soccer, basketball, football, and so on) are the only kinds of physical activity that count towards your 30 minutes of physical activity in a day.
FALSE Activities such as swimming, running, ballet and rollerblading are great physical activities that aren't competitive.
Name a food or drink from the dairy group.
Milk, yogurt, cheese
Which of the following is the best way to stay healthy? a. eat right and exercise b. eat lots of candy c. lay on the couch all day
a. eat right and exercise
Name one thing you could do to help you if you have trouble getting to sleep.
Take a warm bath Do a quiet activity (like reading) Limit caffeine intake
Name a food from the grains group.
Bread, pasta, breakfast cereals, grits, and tortillas
T or F: Doing stuff around the house, such as washing the car or raking leaves, are good physical activities.
TRUE
T or F: Having a TV in your room helps you get more sleep.
FALSE!!! Research shows that kids who have a TV in their rooms sleep less. If you have a TV, turn it off when it’s time to sleep – light signals the brain to wake up!
Name 3 of the 6 food groups
Grains, Vegetables, Fruits, Milk and Dairy Products, Protein and “fats and oils."
T or F: Lifting heavy weights can be dangerous to kids' muscles and tendons.
TRUE!