Serving Size
What is the first thing you should look at on a nutrition label?
Serving Size
What do calories measure?
Energy
Where are ingredients listed on a food package?
From most to least amount.
What are the 5 food groups on MyPlate?
Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, Protein, Dairy
What do carbohydrates give your body?
Energy
If a bag has 4 servings and you eat the whole bag, what should you do to the calories listed?
Multiply by 4
If a snack has 100 calories and you eat two bags of that, how many calories did you eat?
200
What ingredient might mean sugar even if it’s not labeled “sugar”?
Corn syrup, honey, or fructose.
How much of your plate should be fruits and vegetables?
Half your plate
What does protein help your body do?
Build and repair muscles and tissues
Why is serving size important?
It tells how much of the food the label’s numbers represent.
Why are calories important to track?
To make sure we eat enough energy but not too much.
Why should you look for shorter ingredient lists?
Fewer processed ingredients usually means healthier food.
Name one example of a healthy grain.
Brown rice, oatmeal, or whole wheat bread
What are the three main macronutrients?
Carbohydrates, Protein, and Fat
If the serving size is 1 cup but you eat 2 cups, how many servings is that?
2 servings
What happens if you eat more calories than your body uses?
You store extra energy as fat.
What is the main ingredient in peanut butter if it’s listed first?
Peanuts
What is the purpose of MyPlate?
To help people make balanced and healthy meals.
What is the difference between a macronutrient and a micronutrient?
Macronutrients give energy; micronutrients are vitamins and minerals your body needs in smaller amounts.
True or False: Serving size and portion size are always the same.
False
What does it mean if a food is "nutrient dense"?
It’s high in nutrients but lower in calories.
Why is it helpful to read ingredient lists?
To know what’s really in your food.
Why should we include foods from all food groups?
Each group gives different nutrients your body needs.
Give one example of a micronutrient and what it does.
Iron (helps carry oxygen in the blood) or Vitamin D (helps absorb calcium).