Food Groups
How many food groups are there?
Five
This is the FIRST thing you should check on a label.
Serving size
True or False: Skipping breakfast is healthy.
False
Red fruits and vegetables support this organ.
Heart
This nutrient builds and repairs muscles.
Protein
These two food groups should fill half your plate.
Fruits and vegetables
This tells you how much energy the food provides.
Calories
Students should aim for this many minutes of physical activity daily.
60 minutes
Orange foods like carrots help this body part.
Eyes
This nutrient helps carry oxygen in the blood.
Iron
This food group includes bread, rice, and pasta.
Grains
Too much of this can increase blood pressure.
Sodium
This beverage is the healthiest daily choice.
Water
Green vegetables help support this body system.
Immune system
This nutrient keeps your digestive system working properly.
Fiber
This food group includes milk, yogurt, and cheese.
Dairy
This nutrient should be limited to avoid excess sugar intake.
Added sugars
Students should get about this many hours of sleep.
8- 10 hours
Blue and purple foods support this organ.
Brain
This nutrient strengthens bones and teeth.
Calcium
This food group helps build and repair tissues.
Protein
If a label says 2 servings per container and 200 calories per serving, how many calories total?
400 calories
Eating fast/fried food every day increases risk of what?
Obesity, heart disease, or various other health problems
Why is eating different colored foods important?
Because different colors provide different nutrients and health benefits.
This healthy fat supports brain function.
Omega-3