Vegetables and Fruit
Grain Products
Protein
Water
100

Name 6 vegetables

Too many to list.

100

What micronutrient would wholegrain foods have more of compared to regular grain food. 

Fibre

100

Name 5 types of meat produce.

fish, beef, chicken, lamb, turkey


Protein can also come from plants.

100

What are 3 ways that your body loses water throughout the day?

sweating, breathing, getting rid of waste

200

What are some strategies to eating more fruits and vegetables?

- Eat fruit as a dessert

- Eat vegetables that do not have to be cooked

- Salads

- Add frozen fruits to baking or hot meals.

200

In Canada's food guide plate, how much space do the grains take up?

Takes up 1/4 (25%)

200

Name 3 vegetarian foods that are high in protein.

beans, chickpeas, tofu, lentils

200

What is a benefit of drinking water?

refreshing, hydrating, replenish

300

Name a fruit or vegetables and 2 micronutrients that it can provide.

Kiwi - Vitamin A, B and C

Lemon - Vitamin A, B, and C

Banana - Vitamin C and potassium

Spinach - Vitamin A, K, and Iron

300

Name 4 whole grain foods.

Whole grain:

bread, pasta, oatmeal, rice, quinoa

300

What types of micronutrients can be found in meat products?


To get points you need to answer 2 out of the 3

Iron, Zinc, and B vitamins

300

Provide 3 foods/drinks that have plenty of water to help with hydration?

Answer cannot be "water"

tea, watermelon, grapes, oranges, sparkling water

More may apply

400

Canada's food guide recommends that you eat % fruits/ vegetables everyday. 

50%

400

Why is whole grain bread healthier than white bread?

It is less processed and more nutrient rich!

400

What benefit does protein provide your body?

fibre, nurtrient rich, tissue repair

400

Name 3 drinks that can act as a diuretic or that may have caffeine.

Coffee, tea, and most sodas and energy drinks.

500

Orange vegetables contain vitamin A (needed for vision, immune system, and growth). Carotenoids is what gives vegetables their orange colour. Name 4 vegetables with a high amount of carotenoids. 

  • carrots
  • pumpkin
  • sweet potato
  • red and orange peppers
  • butternut and hubbard squash
500

What benefit does whole grain provide your body?

fibre, nutrient rich, heart health

500

What portion of your meal should include protein?

1/4= 25%

500

Tap water does not have any vitamins or minerals

False - Tap water has chlorine to destroy bacteria and viruses. It also has fluoride to help prevent tooth decay.