Healthy Habits
How many cups of water should most teens aim to drink each day?
6–8 cups (or more if active).
Name the five main food groups.
Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, dairy.
Which is the healthier snack: chips or apple slices?
Apple slices.
True or False: Skipping breakfast helps you lose weight.
False
How many meals a day do most nutritionists recommend?
3 meals + healthy snacks if needed.
What is the recommended amount of sleep for teens each night?
8–10 hours.
Which food group gives you calcium for strong bones?
Dairy (milk, yogurt, cheese, or fortified alternatives).
What is a good source of protein you could eat as a snack?
Yogurt, cheese stick, nuts, boiled egg.
True or False: Drinking soda every day is a healthy choice.
False
What meal is often called “the most important meal of the day”?
Breakfast
What is one benefit of eating breakfast?
Better focus/energy, improved mood, healthier weight control.
Which food group gives your body most of its energy?
Grains (bread, rice, pasta, cereal).
Why are energy drinks not a good everyday choice?
High in sugar and caffeine → crashes, anxiety, poor sleep.
True or False: Protein helps build and repair muscles.
True
Name one reason your body needs iron (found in red meat, beans, spinach).
Helps carry oxygen in your blood, prevents tiredness.
Why is it important not to skip meals?
Skipping meals can cause low energy, overeating later, and poor focus.
Name one healthy protein option besides meat.
Beans, nuts, tofu, lentils, eggs.
Which snack has more fiber: popcorn or white rice?
Popcorn.
True or False: Fast food can never be part of a healthy diet.
False (sometimes is okay, balance is important).
Why is water better than soda for hydration?
Soda has sugar/caffeine; water hydrates without side effects
Name two benefits of regular exercise for your health.
Stronger muscles/bones, better mood, more energy, healthier heart, better sleep at night.
Why is it important to eat a variety from all food groups?
Each group provides different nutrients your body needs.
Name two “balanced snack” combos that include at least two food groups.
Apple + peanut butter, cheese + whole grain crackers, yogurt + fruit.
True or False: Fruits and vegetables give your body vitamins and fiber.
True.
Name one long-term health problem linked to eating too much junk food.
Answer: Diabetes, obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure.