Nutrients
This nutrient helps your body grow and repair muscles. What is it?
Protein
Which part of a nutrition label tells you how much food the information is for (hint: it uses cups, pieces, or grams)?
Serving size.
Name one sign that your body might need more water.
Thirst, dark yellow urine, dry mouth, headache, dizziness, trouble concentrating (any one).
What should you look for on a package if you are allergic to milk?
Look for an allergen statement or “Contains: Milk” in the ingredients/allergen section.
True or false: Comparing yourself to others is a good way to feel confident.
False.
Name two foods that are good sources of carbohydrates.
Examples — bread, rice, pasta, potatoes, cereal, fruit (any two correct).
If a package says 2 servings and each serving has 150 calories, how many calories are in the whole package?
300 calories total.
Hmany ounces of water should a 90-pound student drink each day?
45 ounces (90 ÷ 2 = 45)
What is cross-contact and why can it be dangerous for someone with a food allergy?
Cross-contact is when an allergen touches a safe food (e.g., using the same knife), and it can cause an allergic reaction.
Name one thing that makes a person who they are that is NOT about their appearance.
Personality, talents, interests, kindness, skills.
What is one function of fats in the body (give one correct answer)?
Fats help carry vitamins, provide energy, or help you feel full.
On a nutrition label, which nutrients should you try to limit because too much can harm your heart?
Saturated fat, sodium, or total fat
What is one difference between natural sugar and added sugar? Give an example of each.
Natural sugar is found in whole foods with nutrients (e.g., fruit); added sugar is put into foods/drinks (e.g., soda).
If a classmate is allergic to peanuts, name two actions you could take at lunchtime to help keep them safe.
Examples — use clean utensils, keep foods separated, wash hands, avoid sharing food.
Give two ways someone can focus on health without focusing only on body size.
Examples — focus on balanced meals and regular physical activity; practice self-care and skills development.
Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that we cannot fully digest. Name one benefit of fiber.
Fiber helps digestion, keeps you regular, or helps you feel full longer.
Ingredients are listed from most to least. What does that mean about the first ingredient named?
The first ingredient is the largest amount by weight in the product.
Explain in one sentence how drinking water helps your body control temperature.
Sweating uses water so drinking replaces fluid and helps evaporative cooling to keep temperature steady.
Why is it important for food products to list allergens and ingredients? Give two reasons.
So people can avoid allergens and make safe choices; it helps in emergencies and for people with dietary needs.
Explain why media and advertising might make people feel bad about their bodies, and give one strategy to handle those feelings.
Ads often show unrealistic images to sell products; strategy — limit exposure, talk about how images are edited, and focus on real role models.
List a vitamins or minerals and one food source you can get it from.
Vitamin C: oranges;
Calcium: milk;
Iron: beans or red meat.
(Many correct combos.)
A label says “Includes 27 g added sugars.” Explain why choosing a product with less added sugar is healthier than one with more added sugar (use two clear reasons).
Fewer added sugars lower extra calories and reduce risk of tooth decay and energy crashes; less risk long-term for weight gain and health issues.
A 150-pound student uses the formula weight ÷ 2 to find ounces of water. Calculate it and explain when they would need to drink more than that amount.
75 ounces (150 ÷ 2 = 75). Drink more when exercising, on hot days, or during sports.
You are preparing a snack for the class and one student has a severe shellfish allergy. Describe step-by-step how you would prevent cross-contact while preparing and serving food.
Example steps — wash hands and surfaces, use separate utensils and cutting boards, prepare in a clean area, label foods, serve on separate plates, avoid serving the allergen near the class, and instruct students not to share food.
Write a short supportive message (1–2 sentences) you could say to a friend who feels bad about their body that focuses on strengths not looks.
Example message — “I like how kind and creative you are — you help others and do great work. Your worth is more than how you look.”