Food Pyramid
Nutrition Labels
Why You Need Food
Food Safety
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100
What food group do apples belong to?
Fruit
100
What information can you find on a food label?
Serving size, nutrition facts, and a list of ingredients
100
A substance that your body needs for energy and growth is called what?
Nutrients
100
What is it called when food is no longer safe to eat or drink?
Spoiled
100
A box of Lucky Charms is targeted at what age group?
Kids
200
How many basic food groups are on the food guide pyramid?
Five
200
What is another word for sodium?
Salt
200
What can a person not live without for more than a few days?
Water
200
How long should you keep leftovers?
No more than 3 days
200
List two examples that appeal to children when selling a specific product.
Bright colors Sport figures Cartoon Characters Prizes Catchy Tunes
300
What are the main food groups on the food pyramid?
Grains Fruits Vegetables Meats Dairy
300
What are mixed together to make certain foods?
Ingredients
300
What nutritent gives the body long-lasting engery?*
Fats
300
Cold temperatures slow down the growth of what?
Germs
300
Where are the kid friendly cereal boxes located on the shelves?
Kid eye level (bottom shelves)
400
An egg is an example from what food group?
Meats
400
What is a fat-like substance that you should only eat in small amounts?
Cholesterol
400
What mineral helps move wastes through the digestive system?
Fiber
400
Name three food safety tips.
Don't buy damaged foods Put dairy, meats, and other frozen foods into the refrigerator right away Wash your hands before touching food Use clean cooking utencials Wash all fruits and vegetables Cook foods all the way
400
When choosing a healthier cereal, what type of milk could you use to make the cereal taste sweeter?*
Almond
500
What is the recommended serving size for the grains group?
6-11 servings
500
When shopping for food, what do you use when you are trying to make a healthy choice?
nutrition facts
500
What mineral keeps your bones and teeth strong?
Calcium
500
Why is it important to rinse fruits and vegetables?
It cleans the germs off the surface
500
What is another name for sugar?
Corn sweetener Corn syrup Fructose Fruit juice concentrate Glucose Dextrose Honey Lactose Maltose Molasses Sucrose Syrup