Food Groups
Apples, bananas, and oranges belong to this food group
Fruits
fruits and vegetables
This type of food should take up the biggest portion of your plate at a meal
Fruits and vegetables
Water!
This part of the package tells you what is inside the food
The nutrition label (or ingredient list)
Carrots, broocoli, and spinach belong to this food group
This is a healthier snack: a handful of nuts, or a bag of chips?
Handful of nuts
It's okay to ahve a dessert or a treat this often: sometimes, or every meal?
Only drinking this sugary, fizzy type of drink can be bad for your health
Soda
This part of the packaging tells you the last day it's safe to eat the food
Bread, rice, and pasta belong to this food group.
Grains
This is a healthier way to cook chicken: baking it, or deep-frying it?
Baking it
Show the group the size of a healthy portion of meat or protein using your hand
About the size of the palm of your hand
This morning drink has caffeine, which can affect your sleep if you have too much
Coffee (or tea)
Checking this value on the label can help you eat less sugar
Carbohydrates/Total Sugars/Added Sugars
Chicken, beans, and eggs belong to this food group
Protein
Which type of bread is the healthier choice: whole wheat or white?
This is a good habit for meals: eating slowly, or eating as fast as possible?
Eating slowly
This drink has calcium that helps keep your bones strong
Milk (or if milk upsets your stomach, lactose-free milk or plant milk like soy, almond, or oat)
Serving size
Milk, cheese, and yogurt belong to this food group
Dairy
Adding this type of food to your plate is a good way to add color and vitamins to any meal
Adding a fruit and/or vegetable
This is a helpful way to know when to stop eating
When you feel full!
Name 3 signs of dehydration
1. Dizziness
2. Dark urine
3. Dry mouth/lips/skin
4. Constipation
Reading labels before you buy food is a good habit because it helps you do this