Vegetables
True or false: Vegetables can help protect against cancer
True
Many vegetables and fruits contain phytochemicals, which are biologically active substances that can help protect against some diseases.
(Broccoli, cabbage, collard greens are especially good)
True or false: Fruits can help you in school
True!
Studies have shown that a healthy diet that includes fruit can also increase your focus in class so you are able to learn new information, as well as retain what you've learned
True or false: Protein can help our bodies recover from injuries and illness
True
Protein forms the building blocks that help our muscles and tissues recover
True or false: Whole grain bread is better for us than white bread
True
Whole grains provide us with important nutrients and complex carbohydrates which can help provide us with energy
White grains like white bread, white pasta, or white sugar are not good for us and would be better substituted for whole wheat bread, whole wheat pasta and fruits instead of candy
True or false: All dairy is good for us
False
Some dairy food are not good for us and should only be had in moderation (such as ice cream), or choosing a healthier option (such as fat-free milk instead of whole milk)
True or false: Vegetables help you lower the risk of heart disease
True
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States - having a healthy diet full of vegetables helps protect us against it and helps us have a long and healthy life
True or false: The antioxidants in fruits are bad for us
False
Antioxidants fight off free radicals, which are unstable atoms that make us age faster, damage our healthy cells, and even cause cancer. Antioxidants are like little superheroes in our bodies fighting off the bad guys
True or false: Protein makes our muscles weaker
False
Combined with exercise, protein can help your muscles grow!
True or false: All carbohydrates are bad for us
False
Good carbs are high in fiber and are used for energy, usually found in whole grain breads and cereals, products made from whole wheat flour, vegetables and fruits.
Bad carbs are mainly white flour and sugar. These are found in foods like white bread, cakes, cookies and other bakery items made with white flour, white (processed) rice and some cereals.
True or false: Dairy makes our bones stronger
True
The calcium in dairy products help make our bones stronger
Name 5 vegetables
Carrots, kale, broccoli, green peas, onions, celery, lettuce, asparagus
Name 5 fruits
Bananas, apples, strawberries, grapes, oranges, watermelons
Name 5 foods high in protein
Meat, poultry, seafood, nuts and seeds
Name 5 foods in the grains food group
Bread, tortillas, rice, pasta, cereals, wheat, rice
Name 5 food or drinks in the dairy food group
Milk, yogurt, ice cream, cheese
Why are vegetables good for you?
Have lots of vitamins and minerals, keep us healthy, low-calorie and low-fat foods, etc.
Why are fruits good for you?
Antioxidants that help fight disease, high in fiber, tons of vitamins and minerals, gives you energy
Why is protein good for us?
Makes us stronger, helps with weight loss, lowers blood pressure, makes your immune system stronger, helps brain function
Why are grains important?
Whole grains can lower your risk of heart disease, has lots of fiber, and provides us with energy through carbohydrates
Why is dairy good for us?
Has lots of calcium that helps make our bones strong, helps our muscles and nerves, lowers risk of osteoporosis and has other important nutrients
Which of the following is NOT a vegetable:
Carrots, celery, lettuce, green apples, spinach, Brussels sprouts
Green apples
Apples are a fruit- carrots, celery, lettuce, spinach, Brussels sprouts are vegetables
Which of the following is NOT a fruit:
Apples, bananas, strawberries, turnips, lemons, watermelon, avocado, pears
Turnips
Turnips are a vegetable- apples, bananas, strawberries, lemons, watermelon, avocado, pears are fruits
Which of these foods are NOT high in protein?
Fish, beef, chicken, nuts and seeds, asparagus
Asparagus
While asparagus is healthy for us, it is not high in protein. Fish, beef, chicken, nuts and seeds are high in protein
Which of the following is NOT part of the grains food group:
Pasta, bread, popcorn, rice, milk, quinoa
Milk
Milk is part of the dairy food group. Pasta, bread, popcorn, rice, quinoa are grains.
Which of the following is NOT part of the dairy food group?
Yogurt, milk, mango, butter, cream
A mango is a fruit - yogurt, milk, cream and butter are dairy products