MyPlate
What are the 5 food groups represented on MyPlate?
fruits, vegetables, protein, grains, dairy
What is the body’s main source of energy?
Glucose (carbohydrates)
This is a mineral essential for bone and teeth health, muscle function, and nerve signaling. Found in dairy products, leafy greens, tofu, and fortified foods.
Calcium
What liquid keeps you the most hydrated on an average day?
Water.
This dip originated in the Middle East, is made of chickpeas and is an excellent source of protein.
Hummus
MyPlate says this much of your plate should be fruits and vegetables.
Half.
False.
Why is this false?
True or false? Vitamin K is good for your eyesight.
FALSE! It's vitamin A, and is often found in fruits and vegetables.
True or false: physical activity helps keep your brain and heart healthy.
TRUE!
Limit foods and beverages higher in _____, ______fats, and ________.
added sugars, saturated fats, and sodium.
Foods in the Protein Foods Group provide protein but can also provide other benefits. What protein source would be high in protein and a significant source of calcium?
Canned fish with the bones, like sardines or salmon. Because the bones are soft, they are edible.
True or false? Added sugars are okay for you in small amounts.
TRUE!
This Vitamin acts as an antioxidant, supports immune function, wound healing, and collagen synthesis. Deficiency in this causes Scurvy
Vit C
Exercise in hot, humid conditions can cause significant dehydration faster then "average" conditions.
True; exercise in hot, humid weather can cause dehydration in as quickly as 30 minutes.
What fruit is most commonly consumed around the world?
Bananas
Beans, peas, and lentils are counted in two of the food groups on MyPlate, which two do they count toward?
Protein and Vegetable Groups
Drying grapes for several days will give you this fruit.
Raisins
Vitamin that is important for bone health, immune function, and mood regulation. Absorbed by the skin when exposed to sunlight. Also found in fatty fish, egg yolks, and fortified foods.
Vit D
Your body weight is what percentage of water?
55-75%
Name one nutrient found in fruits and/or vegetables.
Vitamins: A, C, E, B, K, calcium, fiber among others.
What is the sugar naturally found in cows milk?
Lactose.
“Serving size” listed on the Nutrition Facts label is based on the amount of food people _______ consume
Typically consume.
Mineral that is important for fluid balance, nerve signaling, and muscle function. Often overconsumed in the US.
Sodium.
School-aged children and adolescents need at least _____mins of moderate-to-vigorous activity daily to get the most health benefits from physical activity
60 mins per day
When eaten fresh, it is a summer vegetable, but when dried out it becomes a grain.
Corn