The color of the vegetable group on My Plate is?
Green!
What are the two subgroups in the Grain Group
Whole grains and refined grains
What color is the Dairy Group?
Blue!
Name as many examples of foods that fall under the grain group
Crackers, cereal, pasta, bread, tortillas and rice, oatmeal, quinoa, pancakes, are all examples of grains!
True or False. Foods in the Dairy group have milk in them.
True
What subgroup of protein also can be considered apart of the vegetable group?
Beans, Peas, Lentils
What percentage of your daily grains should be whole wheat?
At least 50%
What is a healthier option than buying whole milk?
Skim, fat free, 1% or 2% milk.
True
What is a cooking method that would make vegetables less healthy?
Frying
The color of the Protein group is?
Purple!
What color is the Grain group?
Orange!
For those who cannot or choose not to eat or drink dairy products this is an option with added calcium, vitamin A and D, that have nutrition content similar to dairy products.
Fortified Soy milk and yogurt.
What color is the fruit group on the MyPlate chart?
Red
A great vegetable that grows in the ground is?
Carrots, onions, radishes
Name as many sub groups that are included in the protein category.
Seafood, meat, poultry, eggs, beans, nuts, seeds, and soy products.
Which option is healthier whole wheat crackers or regular crackers? Explain why.
Whole wheat! They contain all the nutrients, dietary fiber, iron and vitamins.
What nutrient in milk makes your bones strong?
Calcium! It that builds strong bones and teeth.