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MyPlate & Physical Activity
Fruits, Veggies, & Grains
Dairy & Protein
Keeping It Safe
Shopping Smart
100
What are the five food groups?
Grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and protein
100
At least this much of the grains you eat each day should be whole.
Half.
100
Foods from the Dairy group are usually a good source of this.
Calcium.
100
We should wash our hands with soap and warm water for at least this long.
20 seconds
100
What should you always check to be sure you are getting the best price?
Unit price.
200
Give an example of a healthy versus less healthy choice within the Fruits group
Apples vs. Apple Pie (or any reasonable answer)
200
Fruits, vegetables, and grains all provide this, which aids in digestion and helps us feel full.
Fiber.
200
Give an example of a healthy vs. less healthy choice within the protein group (or an "everyday" vs. "sometimes" food).
Roasted chicken vs. fried chicken (or any reasonable answer)
200
True or false: it is okay to thaw frozen foods at room temperature or on the counter.
False
200
What can we use to compare products for nutrition?
Food label or the Nutrition Facts panel.
300
How many minutes of physical activity does an adult need each week?
At minimum, 2 hours and 30 minutes
300
True or False: If a bread is brown, that means it is whole grain.
False.
300
What are two examples of non-animal sources of protein?
Beans, tofu, and peanut butter.
300
What is the safest way to pass a knife?
Handle to handle.
300
True or False: End-of-aisle displays are always the best deal.
False.
400
What are two benefits of physical activity?
Helps prevents obesity, heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and osteoporosis. It increases muscle and bone strength. It helps improve mental health - the chemicals released in the brain while exercising help to decrease depression and anxiety. It boosts energy and promotes sound sleep.
400
Name three forms of fruits and vegetables.
Fresh, frozen, canned, dried, or 100% juice
400
Why should we choose low-fat, fat-free, and lean foods from these groups?
To limit the amount of saturated fats we eat, because eating saturated fats increases our risk for heart disease and stroke.
400
The safest way to ensure that meat is fully cooked is to use this.
Food thermometer.
400
Name two ingredients you can stretch across several meals.
Any reasonable answer.
500
Why is it important to eat a variety of foods from all the groups?
Eating a variety from the five food groups helps everyone get all of the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients they need to stay healthy and lower their risk for disease.
500
You should choose canned vegetables that are low in this, and fruits that are canned in this. (2 answers are needed)
Salt, sodium;juice (or light syrup)
500
Name two foods that provide healthy fat.
Nuts, fish, olive oil, soy, or avocado.
500
What does a "sell by" date indicate?
"Sell by" dates indicate the last date the product should be sold. This doesn't mean the product is spoiled; it simply means it is not as fresh as products with a later date and it won't last as long.
500
Where in the store can you usually find basic, healthy ingredients?
Around the perimeter.