True or False: Fruits are a great sources of calcium.
False! Calcium is found mainly in dairy products. Fruits are a great source of vitamins.
True or False: People who are vegetarian can't eat protein.
False! They eat their protein in other foods besides animal meat.
How many cups of dairy do you need every day?
3 cups
How much of your plate should be fruits?
1/4
How much of your plate should be vegetables?
1/2
How much of your grains should be whole grains?
Half!
How many cups of fruit should you eat a day?
1 1/2 cups (2 servings)
True or false? Potatoes are a grain.
False! Potatoes are a starchy vegetable.
Name a fruit that could also count as a vegetable.
Tomato or avocado
What is the difference between a veggie and a fruit?
Fruits contain seeds from the plant they grow, while vegetables do not. *Not always accurate*
How many ounces of protein should you have daily?
About 5 ounces!
Give an example of a whole grain and a refined grain.
Refined grains: White bread, pasta, flour tortillas, white all purpose flour.