Food Facts or Fiction
True or false: Your body needs carbohydrates for energy.
True
Name one vegetable that can be part of a healthy meal.
Examples: broccoli, carrots, spinach, cabbage
Which is usually cheaper per serving: cooking beans at home or buying restaurant meals?
Cooking beans at home
Name one physical activity you can do without a gym membership.
Walking
What should you drink regularly to help prevent dehydration?
Water
Which has more fiber: a whole apple or apple juice?
A whole apple
Which is a protein source: eggs, soda, or candy?
Eggs
Name one healthy food that can last a long time in your pantry.
Examples: oats, brown rice, canned beans
What is one benefit of regular physical activity?
It supports heart health, strength, mood, or sleep.
Name one sign that you might not be drinking enough fluids.
Examples: thirst, dark yellow urine, or dizziness
True or false: Skipping meals is always a healthy way to lose weight.
False
What is one benefit of eating fruits and vegetables?
They provide vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Are frozen vegetables generally a healthy option compared with fresh vegetables?
Yes
True or false: You have to work out intensely every day to benefit from exercise.
False
How many hours of sleep do most adults generally need each night?
About 7–9 hours
What are the three main nutrients that provide calories: protein, carbohydrates, and what else?
Fat
If you are making a balanced plate, what should fill about half your plate?
Fruits and vegetables
You have $10 to buy food for several meals. Name two affordable protein sources.
Examples: eggs, beans, lentils, canned tuna, peanut butter
What is one way to make sitting for long periods healthier?
Stand up, stretch, or take short movement breaks.
Name one way poor sleep can affect your physical health or daily life.
It can affect energy, concentration, mood, or overall health.
Why is eating a variety of foods better than eating the same few foods every day?
Different foods provide different nutrients the body needs.
You have chicken, rice, and green beans available. What could you add to make the meal more balanced or varied?
Examples: fruit, another vegetable, or beans; answers depend on what is already included.
You are hungry after work and want to avoid spending $15 on fast food. Name one meal you could prepare at home for less.
Examples: eggs and toast, beans and rice, or a baked potato with beans.
Someone says, "I can't exercise because I don't have money for a gym." What are three free ways they could become more active?
Examples: walking, dancing at home, bodyweight exercises, or using public parks.
Name three small habits that could improve your physical health over the next seven days.
Examples: drink more water, walk daily, eat breakfast, get consistent sleep, or add vegetables to meals.