Grains
Fruits & Vegetables
Dairy
Proteins
Calories
100

This grain is used to make french toast, sandwiches, and croutons. 

What is...

Bread

100

This aids in keeping you regular and reduces blood cholesterol levels. You can find this in the skin and other structural components of plants. 

What is...

Fiber

100

USDA's nutrition experts recommend you should consume this kind of dairy and/or dairy products.

What is...

Low-fat, reduced-fat milk products, and/or plant-based milk products

100

Eating protein helps

What is...


Build muscle and/or supports our immune system. 

100

Define empty calories.

What is...

Food or beverage that is high in calories, but low in nutrients.

200

Eating these types of grains, along with a healthy eating pattern, can reduce your risk of some chronic diseases.

What is...

Whole grains

200

USDA's MyPlate recommends this amount of fruits and vegetables on your plate during each meal.

What is...

Half

200

List 2 different healthy dairy products.

What is...

Non-fat Greek yogurt, reduced-fat milk, reduced-fat cheeses, and/or plant-based milk

200

I am full of amino acids but also contain fiber.

What is...

Beans, seeds, nuts, peas

*all acceptable; only one required

200

Define nutrient density

What is...

Foods that are high in nutrients, but relatively low in calories.

Ex. Fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and reduced-fat dairy products

300

Name the tool to remind us how to portion our grains.

What is..

MyPlate

300

This nutrient, found in orange fruits and vegetables, helps promote healthy nighttime vision.

What is...

Vitamin A

300

When consumed, this mineral can strengthen bones and teeth.

What is...

Calcium

300

USDA recommends us to eat these types of proteins.

What is...

Lean proteins

300

List 3 examples of foods and/or beverages that would be considered empty calories.

What is...

Soda, candy, ice cream, chips, sweetened teas and energy drinks, etc.. 

400

When it comes to eating grains, how much should you make whole grains?

What is...

At least half 

400

A potent antioxidant, known to assist with healing cuts and bruises, and aids in boosting our immune system. This water-soluble vitamin is found in many foods, especially citrus foods.

What is...

Vitamin C

400

This kind of fat is prevalent in dairy products and animal meat. Overconsumption can raise your blood cholesterol levels and lead to a series of chronic illnesses.

What is...

Saturated fat 

Although trace amounts of trans fats can be found in red meat and dairy products, it is not a substantial amount per serving. 

400

List 4 different types of lean proteins.

What is...


Fish, beans, nuts, seed, seafood, soy products, turkey, and lean cuts of beef.

400

When consuming empty calories one may feel...

What is...

A quick burst of energy that does not sustain itself for long (fatigue).

May cause different body cues; stomach ache, headache, etc. 

500

Name all parts of a whole kernel.

What is..

Bran - outer layer

Endosperm - Inner layer

Germ - innermost layer

500

Resides within the pigmentation of fruits and vegetables. This substance can help protect us from chronic illness.

What is...

Phytochemicals

Phyto = plant

500

What method would one use to help reduce their saturated fat consumption levels in dairy products?

What is...

Gradually switch from whole milk products to reduced milk products or plant-based milk to decrease the overall saturated fat and calorie consumption.

500

This part of the body is used to estimate the portion size of your protein during meals.

What is...

A fist

500

List 5 different types of nutrient-dense food options.

What is...

Lean protein, fruits, vegetables, reduce fat milk products, whole grains