The color of the vegetable group is?
Green!
What color is the Dairy Group?
Blue!
True or False? Canned fruit does not count as healthy fruit.
False! If the canned fruit comes in 100% water it is a healthy option. If it comes in syrup it is considered unhealthy.
True or false? If vegetables are part of a homemade soup or sauce, they still count as a healthy serving..
True! This is an easy way to get your servings of vegetables!
True or false? Flavored milk is equally as healthy as unflavored milks.
False
What percentage of your plate should be vegetables?
25% of your meals
True or False. Proteins only come from animals (meat)?
False. Proteins are also seafood, beans, peas, eggs, nuts and seeds!
What are examples of healthier dairy options than whole milk?
Low fat, skim, 1% and 2% milk
What color is the fruit group?
Red!
Vegetables come in all of the following colors except what? A) Red B) White C) Blue D) Purple
C) Blue!
The color of the Protein group is?
Purple!
What color is the Grain group?
Orange!
Which of the following belong in the Dairy group? A) Cottage Cheese B) String Cheese C) Yogurt D) All the above
D) All the above! All are in the Dairy Group
Are all juices sold at the grocery store considered a "fruit"
Name two vegetable that grow in the ground
Carrots, onions, radishes, potatoes, turnips, radishes, beets, parsnips, ginger, shallots, garlic.
Which of the following is NOT a protein? A) Turkey B) Eggs C) Peanuts D) Apples
D) Apples
Which of the following is a Grain? A) Crackers B) Tortilla C) Cereal D) All of the above
D) All of the above are Grains!
True or False. Milk makes your bones strong?
True because milk has calcium that builds strong bones and teeth.