Quick Easy Snacks
Fun Facts
True/False
Strategies
Positives
100
I grow in an orchard and come in a variety of colors.
What is an APPLE.
100
The minimum number of food groups you should try to include in your lunch.
What is AT LEAST 3. But ideally 4.
100
If you're busy, it's better to skip a meal and make up for it at your next meal.
What is FALSE. People who skip meals are less productive, slower to make decisions and may binge on anything at their next meal.
100
This will give you extra time in the morning to eat.
What is SETTING ALARM EARLIER.
100
You will have better ________ at school if you eat breakfast.
What is CONCENTRATION/FOCUS.
200
I am a protein and can be made out of different nuts.
What is NUT BUTTER.
200
Many vegetarians don't eat animal protein. Name a plant food that supplies protein.
What is NUTS & SEEDS, LEGUMES (BEANS, PEAS, LENTILS) OR SOY FOODS.
200
Teenage boys who play football, weight-lift, wrestle, etc. need protein powder or pills for building muscles.
What is FALSE. Extra protein does not build muscle bulk - only exercise can do that. Protein needs can be met when 10-15% of total energy intake is provided by protein.
200
This is something you could keep in your backpack for times when you may have forgotten to eat breakfast.
What is A QUICK HEALTHY SNACK.
200
This way of eating is considered healthiest for our bodies. *Hint - it has to do with how many meals you eat in a day.
What is GRAZING or EATING SMALL, FREQUENT MEALS.
300
I am a dairy product that can come in little packages or big containers. Sometimes I'm even in a tube! My Greek counterpart is pretty popular.
What is YOGURT.
300
This level can drop drastically when you skip a meal and can make you feel tired and sluggish.
What is BLOOD SUGAR.
300
Snacks are part of healthy eating.
What is TRUE. Snacking is important, especially when we are busy because people who skip meals are: 1. less productive 2. make decisions more slowly 3. some evidence shows that snacking might help maintain healthy body weight
300
Something you could ask to do with your parents so you can get healthy foods you will like for lunch.
What is GROCERY SHOPPING.
300
This condition was shown in a 2003 study to be associated with skipping meals, especially breakfast, so make sure you're eating in the morning or you might end up tipping the scales!
What is OBESITY.
400
I am a sweet treat that grows on bushes in the summer.
What are BERRIES.
400
This body function actually slows down when you skip meals, which can make you gain weight instead of losing it.
What is METABOLISM.
400
The easiest way to lose weight is to skip one meal a day.
What is FALSE. Skipping a meal will only make you ravenous at the next meal and in turn you will overcompensate and eat more.
400
The time you should make your lunch to make sure you bring one to school.
What is THE NIGHT BEFORE.
400
You will feel less _____ during the day if you eat breakfast high in fibre and carbs.
What is TIRED.
500
You can eat me with pita or veggies and I'm made of ground up chickpeas.
What is HUMMUS.
500
Your good friend Julie skips breakfast because she thinks she has no time and she thinks that skipping breakfast is a good idea. Name 2 reasons Julie should not skip breakfast.
What is EATING BREAKFAST HELPS YOUR MEMORY AND HELPS YOU BETTER UNDERSTAND YOUR LESSONS. SKIPPING BREAKFAST CAN LEAD TO LOW ENERGY LEVELS, FEELING SLUGGISH, GRUMPY, HAVING DIFFICULTY CONCENTRATING, OR DECREASED PERFORMANCE AT SCHOOL. IT CAN ALSO LEAD TO OVEREATING AT OTHER MEALS.
500
When in a hurry, eating fast food can be nutritious.
What is TRUE. Only when chosen carefully! Fast food meals are usually high in protein and carbohydrates, but watch out for the fat and sodium. Fast food should be enjoyed occasionally.
500
Name at least 2 healthy and nutritious breakfast meals.
What is TOAST WITH PEANUT BUTTER & BANANAS, YOGURT, OATMEAL WITH NUTS, FRUIT SMOOTHIE WITH PROTEIN, etc.
500
A study of teens showed they had better ______ when they ate high-energy foods for breakfast. Sounds like that would be good for a test!
What is MEMORY.
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