Truths and Misconceptions
Fall Foods
College Food Fails
Nutrition Knowledge
More Nutrition Knowledge
100

True or False: All sources of protein come from animals

False

100

This popular fall produce is rich in vitamins A and K and is commonly seen with a face carved in them

Pumpkin

100

This popular dorm room snack becomes a fire hazard when left in the microwave for too long.

Popcorn

100

This nutrient is important for muscle building and repairing.

Protein

100

The MyPlate categories are

Grains, Protein, Dairy, Fruits, Vegetables
200

Healthy fats in our diet are

Mono- and poly- unsaturated fats
200

WHile apples and cranberries are high in sugar, they are also a great source of this carbohydrate

Fiber

200

Many students rely on this fast-cooking kitchen device to whip up meals in their dorms, and often hide it when it's time for room checks.

Air fryer

200

This vitamin is found in citrus and is needed for the immune system.

Vitamin C

200

The 6 main (general) vitamins are

A, B, C, D, E, K

300

True or false: fresh fruits/veggies have more nutrients than frozen ones

False

300

Sweet potatoes are a popular fall vegetable and are rich in these vitamins and minerals (name at least 1)

Vitamins A, C, and B6; Potassium 

300

This meal, often served in a cup or a pack, is the ultimate broke college student food.

Ramen

300

This mineral is essential for strong bones and teeth.

Calcium
300

The building blocks of protein are 

Amino Acids

400

True or false: Bell peppers have more vitamin C than an orange

True

400

New York grows a wide variety of fall fruits and vegetables. Name at least 2.

Broccoli, Cauliflower, Eggplant, Pears, Apples, Squash, etc.

400

This condiment station classic often ends up on everything from pizza to fries to chicken tendies.

Ranch (if you say ketchup I understand)

400

A lot of Americans don't get enough of this

Fiber

400

The water-soluble vitamins are

B and C
500

Rosie likes most fruits and vegetables besides one which is...

Carrots
500

These spices are commonly used in pumpkin spice blends (name at least 2)

Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Allspice, Cloves, Cardamom, Ginger

500

You're willing to wait a lifetime in Schine for this essential fuel to survive your early class

Dunkin

500
We need more of this macronutrient than the other two to fuel our bodies.

Carbohydrates

500

The fat-soluble vitamins are

A, D, E, K