Healthy Eating
What is better for you, Dark greens or Light greens?
Dark Greens!
True or False: You should have something from each food group.
True.
How long should you wash your hands for before handling food?
20 seconds with warm water. Singing your ABCs works as well.
What is the most important meal of the day?
Breakfast
What is a healthy alternative for chocolate?
Dark chocolate
You should eat an _____ a day to keep the doctor away!
APPLE
What are the three sections on the healthy plate?
protein
whole grains
fruits and vegetables
When cutting poultry or other raw meats, what should you do before chopping other foods?
Clean your board with soapy water!
What should you drink instead of sugary beverages?
WATER!!!!
What is a healthier alternative for ice cream?
Yogurt
If you eat healthy it reduces the risk of...?
Getting sick or getting other illnesses.
What food group does peanut butter go under?
Protein foods
True or False: 74 degrees Celsius is the proper temperature to eat hamburger patties.
False 71 degrees Celsius is the temperature for ground beef and pork (burgers, meatballs, sausages)
74 degrees Celsius is the temperature for ground poultry/chicken (burgers, meatballs, sausages)
What are two foods that should be included in a healthy diet? (Hint: They go together)
Fruits and Vegetables
What is a healthier alternative for white bread?
Multigrain or whole wheat breads.
True or false: Some fats are good for you!
True, you should consume some good unsaturated fats!
Does today's meal follow the healthy plate for both the foods included and portion sizes?
Yes
What is the saying for when you're unsure if your leftovers are still good?
"When in doubt, throw it out!"
True or False: Whole grains should be included in a person diet instead of refined grains (white).
True: Whole grains (ie. brown rice and quinoa) should be included in a person diet instead of refined grains (ie. white bread, and white rice)
What can be used as alternatives for sausage and hot dogs? Give two examples.
1. ground beef or pork
What mineral helps in building bones and keeping them healthy? Name 2 foods that contain this.
Calcium! Milk and fruits such as oranges contain calcium.
Why are treats not shown on the healthy plate for Canada Food guide?
they do not provide the nutrition required for health
they are meant to be an occasional item in your diet-not the main thing you eat
Name a food you should keep cold and why?
Milk or other dairy products. This is because if you leave these products out to warm, bacteria is able to grow to dangerous levels that can make you sick!
What can garlic, oregano, pepper, sage, tarragon, cinnamon, and other herbs and spices be healthier alternatives for?
Salt.