Common misconceptions
about healthy eating
about healthy eating
Answer with true or false:
Vegetarian Diets are protein deficient
False! Beans and Legumes are actually excellent sources of protein
True or False:
You must cut out all bread in order to be healthy
False! Everything is okay in moderation, you shouldn't eat straight bread for every meal, but you should eat what you love
True or False:
Cereal is the healthiest way to start your day
False! There is no one single healthiest way to start your day. Many cereals are full of sugar and lack proteins and fibers
What percent of freshman gain weight on average?
60, 65, 70, 80
70!
Answer with true or false:
Only Fresh Fruit is Healthy
False! While fresh fruit might be the healthiest, frozen fruit is good for you too and still retains all the nutrients.
How much water should you drink a day in liters?
1-2 liters, 0.5-1.5 liters, 4.2-5.2 liters, 2.7-3.7 liters
2.7-3.7 liters every day
In your own head, think about how you might make healthier choices, or not if you're content with your habits right now.
You can share if you want, but you don't have to
Answer with true or false:
Healthy means low fat
False! Some fats are actually very healthy such as monounsaturated fats that help lower your LDL (bad) cholesterol level
How many minutes should you try to exercise per week?
120, 150, 170, you don't need exercise
150
Answer with true or false:
Eating healthy is the only way to be healthy
False! A combination of eating healthy, drinking lots of water, getting plenty of sleep, and exercising is the best way to be healthy
Bananas are high in what?
potassium, vitamin a, vitamin d, calcium
potassium