My Plate 2 Jeopardy Template

Fruits

Vegetables

Grains

Dairy

Protein

200

Fiber found in fruit is associated with which of the following health outcomes?

A. Strengthening bones

B. Making new blood cells

C. Building muscle

D. Maintaining proper bowel function

As a part of an overall healthy diet, eating foods that contain fiber – such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains – may reduce risk for heart disease, protect against certain types of cancer, and help maintain proper bowel function.

200

You should only eat raw vegetables because if you cook vegetables, all of the vitamins are "cooked away."

A. True

B. False

Cooked vegetables still contain vitamins, minerals, and fiber and can be very nutritious – but remember that sauces or seasonings used in cooking can add calories, saturated fat, and/or sodium to vegetables.

200

Refined grains are grains that have been milled, a process that removes the bran and germ. This is done to give grains a finer texture and improve their shelf life, but it also removes dietary fiber, iron, and many B vitamins. Which of these foods is a refined grain?

A. Oatmeal

B. Bulgur (cracked wheat)

C. White rice

D. Popcorn

E. All of the above

C. White rice

White rice is a refined grain. Choose brown rice, wild rice, or quinoa for a whole grain alternative to white rice.

200

What type of milk is recommended for adults?

A. Fat-free (skim)

B. Buttermilk (full fat)

C. Reduced fat (2%)

D. Whole milk

A. Fat-free (skim)

Fat-free (skim) milk has all of the vitamins, minerals, and protein found in whole milk or other reduced fat milks, but with less solid fat and thus fewer calories. Low-fat (1%) milk is also recommended for adults.

200

Nuts and seeds are good sources of what?

A. Protein

B. Dietary fiber

C. Minerals

D. Vitamin E

E. All of the above

Nuts and seeds are good sources of protein, dietary fiber, minerals, and vitamin E.

400

Fruits are sources of which of the following?

A. Folate

B. Vitamin D

C. Calcium

D. Protein

A. Folate

Folate is one of the B vitamins and is needed by all of our cells for growth. Although vitamin D and calcium are not typically found in high amounts in fruits, you can find some 100% orange juices that are fortified with calcium and vitamin D. You’ll commonly see this advertised on the front of the container.

400

What color vegetable should you eat the most?

A. Orange they taste best

B. Purple they're rare and exotic

C. Green because kale is green

D. A variety of colors

Varying your veggies ensures you get many different vitamins and minerals.

400

The Grains Group could also be called the Carbohydrate Group because all foods that contain carbohydrates are in the Grains Group.

A. True

B. False

Though carbohydrates (“carbs”) are present in all foods in the Grains Group, carbohydrates are also present in the other MyPlate food groups (fruits, vegetables, proteins, and dairy foods) as dietary fibers, sugars, and starches.

400

What type of milk is recommended for infants less than 6 months old?

A. Fat-free (skim)

B. Low fat (1%)

C. Reduced fat (2%)

D. Whole milk

E. None of these milks are recommended.

While milk contains beneficial nutrients for children, it is recommended that infants up to 6 months old get all of their nutrition from breast milk or formula. The amounts of protein, sodium, and potassium in cow’s milk are too high for infants. Also, plain milk does not have as many nutrients as breast milk or infant formula and this can affect a baby’s growth and development.

400

What are these?

A. Pistachios

B. Almonds

C. Peanuts

D. Hazelnuts

B. Almonds

These are almonds. Choose unsalted, raw, or dry-roasted nuts as a source of protein.

600

Which of these foods is actually a fruit in plant biology?

A. Onion

B. Pepper

C. Mushrooms

D. All of the above

B. Pepper

In plant biology, a fruit contains the seeds of a plant. Though it is botanically a fruit, a pepper counts toward the Vegetable Group because we eat peppers in a similar way to vegetables (on sandwiches, in soups, in pasta sauces). Likewise, tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, and pumpkins all contain the seeds of the plant and are therefore botanically fruits.

600

Which of these foods is actually a fruit in plant biology?

A. Tomatoes

B. Sweet onions

C. Peas

D. Kale

A. Tomatoes

In plant biology, a fruit contains the seeds of a plant. Though it is botanically a fruit, tomatoes count toward the Vegetable Group because we eat tomatoes in a similar way to vegetables (on sandwiches, in soups, in pasta sauces). Likewise, peppers, squash, cucumbers, and pumpkins all contain the seeds of the plant and are therefore botanically fruits.

600

Many people do not eat the recommended amount of whole grains. To eat more whole grain foods, you should just add more of them to what you already eat.

A. True

B. False

Making some substitutions such as eating whole-wheat bread instead of white bread or having brown rice instead of white rice, can add important whole grains to your diet.

600

What is the name of the sugar found naturally in milk?

A. Fructose

B. Lactose

C. Glucose

D. Sucrose

B. Lactose

Lactose is the sugar found naturally in milk. Be aware that flavored milk contains added sugar.

600

Foods in the Protein Foods Group provide protein, but which of these foods from that group is also a source of calcium?

A. Peas

B. Sardines

C. Chicken

D. Ham

B. Sardines

Eating canned fish with the bones, like sardines or anchovies, provides you with calcium. Because the bones are soft, they are edible.

800

Which of these foods is a source of vitamin C?

A. Pineapples

B. Strawberries

C. Oranges

D. All of the above

All fruits (and vegetables, too) contain some amount of vitamin C – an important nutrient that is needed for the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of your body.

800

What food group are beans, peas, and lentils counted in?

A. Vegetable group

B. Protein group

C. Both

D. None of the above

C. Both

Beans, peas, and lentils can be counted in either food group because they contain nutrients that are similar to foods in the Vegetable Group (fiber, potassium, and folate) and the Protein Foods Group (protein, iron, and zinc). Because of their high nutrient content, consuming beans, peas, and lentils is recommended for everyone, including people who also eat meat, poultry, and seafood regularly.

800

About how much of the grains you eat should be whole grains?

A. None

B. One quarter

C. One half

D. All of them

C. One half

"Make at least half your grains whole grains" is a key nutrition message of MyPlate and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Among several other nutrients -- such as selenium and B vitamins -- whole grains provide fiber which has been linked to reducing blood levels of cholesterol, which reduces heart disease risk.

800

Which of these dairy products contains a healthy bacteria (also called “probiotics”)?

A. Milk

B. Cheese

C. Yogurt

D. Ice Cream

C. Yogurt

Certain specific bacteria are added in the process of making yogurt from fluid milk.Yogurts that contain probiotics will say “live and active cultures” on the package.

800

Eat seafood in place of meat or poultry twice a week.

A. True

B. False

A. True

You should select a variety of seafood and include some that are higher in oils and low in mercury, such as salmon, trout, and herring.

1000

What do fruits have that make them sweet?

A. Vitamin C

B. Fiber

C. Fructose

D. Protein

Pleasing or agreeable personalities

C. Fructose

Fructose is a natural sugar found in fruit that is responsible for the sweet flavor of many fruits.

1000

Carrots, onions, and sweet potatoes are all vegetables and are what part of a plant?

A. Seeds

B. Flower

C. Root

D. Stem

C. Root

These are all "root vegetables"; the part you eat is grown underground.

1000

Which of these grain products is available in both refined and whole grain varieties?

A. Pasta

B. Bread

C. Cornbread

D. Crackers

E. All of the above

All of these grain products are available in both refined and whole grain varieties. Check the ingredient list for terms like "whole grain", "whole cornmeal", or "whole wheat" to help you choose food products made from whole grains. Some foods are made from a mixture of whole grains and refined grains.

1000

Which of these is a calcium option for people who are lactose intolerant?

A. Lactose-free milk

B. Calcium-fortified soy milk

C. Yogurt and some cheeses

D. Kale and collard greens

E. All of the above

All of the options above contain little or no lactose and can therefore help decrease the symptoms of lactose intolerance, while still providing necessary calcium.

1000

Should you wash or rinse raw meat or poultry before you cook it?

A. Yes

B. No

Do not wash or rinse raw meat or poultry before you cook it. Washing can cause bacteria found on the surface of meat or poultry to be spread to ready-to-eat foods, kitchen utensils, and counter surfaces. This is called cross-contamination. Cooking (baking, broiling, boiling, and grilling) to the right temperature kills the bacteria.