MyPlate & Dietary Guidelines
Which cooking method adds the most fat?
1. Broiling
2. Baking
3. Grilling
4. Deep Frying
5. Sautéing
Deep Frying
True or False: A healthy drink choice is 100% fruit juice.
TRUE
The following is a high fat snack.
P_T_T_ _ H_P_
Potato Chips
The following are healthy toppings for pizza except...
1. Green peppers
2. Sausage
3. Pineapple
4. Olives
Sausage
Which of the following is high in Vitamin C?
1. Lemon
2. Carrot
3. Apple
4. Cheddar Cheese
Lemon
True or False: When consumed in excess, dried fruits can contribute extra calories.
TRUE
Where does orange soda belong in MyPlate?
1. Empty Calories
2. Fruit Group
3. Vegetable Group
4. Oils Group
Empty calories include soda, cookies, chips, ice cream, and other “sometimes foods”
The following is a healthy snack?
F_U_T S_L_D
Fruit Salad
Which of the following condiments will add extra fat to
your fast food choice?
1. Low Fat Salad Dressing
2. Mustard
3. Mayonnaise
4. Ketchup
Mayo
Carrots are rich with Vitamin A, Milk is rich with what?
1. Vitamin C
2. Calcium
3. Fiber
Calcium
Fill in the blank: When selecting canned or frozen vegetables, look for options __ in sodium.
When selecting canned or frozen vegetables, look for options lower in sodium.
How many cups of dairy should you consume per day according to MyPlate?
Three
Which is not considered one serving of chips?
1. A Handful
2. 11 – 12 Chips
3. 6 ounces
4. 25 cent bag
6 ounces
Ordering a large size soda will add a
considerable amount of ________ to your
meal.
Sugar or Calories (not fat)
How many teaspoons of sugar are in a 12 oz soda?
8 tsp of sugar!
How many ounces of grains should a person eat in one day according to myplate guidlines?
6 oz
Does whole milk provide more vitamins and minerals than low-fat or skim milk?
No, lower fat milks contain the same amount of
vitamins, minerals, and protein as whole milk.
Whole milk simply contains more fat and calories.
When looking at a food label, what % Daily Value
for fat is considered to be high?
1. 10% or more
2. 15% or more
3. 20% or more
4. 25% or more
20% or more
What is the most popular fast food restaurant in america
Mcdonalds-the company made almost double that of the second-largest fast food chain, Starbucks
According to MyPlate, how much of your plate should be fruits and vegetables?
Make at least half of your plate fruits & vegetables
Which food below is not included in the Protein Group?
1. Eggs
2. Peanut Butter
3. Black Beans
4. Eggplant
5. Tofu
Eggplant - it belongs in the vegetable group
Fill in the blank: If you drink juice, it should be 100 percent juice without added sugars and __ your servings.
`If you drink juice, it should be 100 percent juice without added sugars and limit your servings.
Which of the following is NOT one of the snacking tips?
1. Smaller portions
2. Not in front of the TV
3. Choose low fat foods from MyPlate
4. Eat fast so you do not feel too full
Eat fast so you do not feel too full
The snacking tips are as follows...
Smaller portions
Not in front of the TV
Am I really hungry?
Choose low fat foods from MyPlate for snacks
Kitchen is a good place to eat
Sit down, slow down, savor and enjoy.
How many grams of fat do you need per day?
1. 60-85 grams
2. 100-125 grams
3. 135-150 grams
4. 160-200 grams
65-80grams
Most students need between 65-80 grams of fat per day. This number may vary depending on age, gender, and activity level.
What are some examples of whole grains?
Whole grains, such as whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, popcorn, quinoa, or brown or wild rice.