Protein
How many servings of meat and beans do you need each day?
2
What is an example of a food from the dairy group?
milk, yogurt, cheese
How many servings of fruit do you need a day?
2 -3 servings
What three foods belong in the vegetable group?
Potatoes, broccoli, spinach, carrots
What foods belong in this category?
Brown and white rice, bread, cereals, crackers.
What is an example of a food from the meat and beans category
Beef, pork, chicken, turkey, fish, eggs etc.
How much is one serving of dairy?
one cup
What 2 foods fit in the fruit category?
Berries, Apples, Oranges, Grapes
How many servings of vegetables do you need each day?
3-5 servings
1/2 cup
How many servings of dairy do you need each day?
3 servings
What food or beverage could you have at breakfast to get a serving of fruit?
Orange juice, cranberry juice, strawberries, blueberries, bananas, fruit smoothie, etc.
Which vegetable is it most important to eat whole?
potato
How much water should you drink each day?
Half of your body weight in ounces/ about 8 glasses.
How much is one serving of juice/smoothie?
1/2 cup
What is important to keep in mind as you choose vegetables throughout the day?
Choose a variety of colors
How many serving of grains should you have each day?
3-5 servings
Which fruit choice is healthier for you and why? Fresh fruit or canned fruit?
Fresh fruit because it has less sugar and additives.
What are the five groups of vegetables?
Greens, beans and peas, red/orange, other and starchy
What 2 things does fiber do for our body?
Fiber helps us to feel fuller longer and helps to clean out our digestive tract.