True or False?
There are both healthy types of fat and unhealthy types of fat.
True
True Or False?
Too much protein can be unhealthy.
True
Everything in moderation
True or false? Cereal is an example of a grain.
True
Name 5 fruits and 5 vegetables
Apples, Bananas, Watermelon, cherry, Strawberry, Dragon fruit, Avocado, Star fruit, Cantaloupe, grapes oranges, peaches,
broccoli, green beans, peppers, asparagus, carrots etc...
Name one type of dairy food
milk yogurt cheese
Eating too much saturated fats in your diet can raise which cholesterol in your blood?
LDL cholesterol OR the HDL cholesterol
The LDL remember "Lousy" = LDL
Good Cholesterol is "Healthy/Happy" HDL
Name a type of protein that isn't meat.
beans, peas, eggs, nuts and seeds
Name 1 example of a grain
Cereal, pasta, bread, tortillas and rice
Starburst candy and skittles are fruits true or false?
While they may taste like fruit flavors these are candies and should only be eaten occasionally since they have high amounts of sugar.
True or False
Some leafy green vegetables have calcium in them?
True leafy green vegetables, like kale and collard greens, are also good sources of calcium.
Name an example of foods that are unhealthy fats
dark chicken meat, fried foods, baked goods, margarine, high fat dairy foods, fatty cuts of beef, pork, lamb
True or false?
Protein helps to build muscle and build and repair tissue.
True! Protein is an important building block for repairing cells in the body.
True or false? Potatoes are a grain?
False
Potatoes are a vegetable.
This dark leafy green vegetable is good for salads, in smoothies and was Popeye's favorite, what is it?
Spinach! Spinach is full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. No wonder Popeye was so strong!
What mineral is found in dairy products that is good for your bones
Calcium
This fruit that you make guacamole with is an example of a healthy fat
Avocado
What part of your body can be used to measure approximately how much protein is a serving size?
Your palm. That is roughly 3-4 ounces which is a serving size. Remember! you can use your hand to help measure.
This food is a grain true or or false?
True tortillas are grains
Name one way you can get more vegetables in you diet?
Stir fry
Smoothies
Salads
Veggie Omelets
any more??
Which of these is your healthiest choice for dairy?
Ice cream
Whole Milk
Low fat yogurt
Low fat yogurt
Omega-3 fatty acids which can help reduce inflammation and help your heart be healthier are found in these foods that swim in the ocean
Fish such as salmon, tuna, mackeral, herring
What type of food is an excellent source of protein and comes from chickens?
If you guessed eggs correct!
Which is better for you Whole Grains or Refined Grains?
Whole grains.
It has all the nutrient to it, while refined grain takes out germ and bran removing nearly all of the fiber and many other nutrients
How much of your plate should be made up of fruits and vegetables?
1/2 of your plate
Dairy helps the body have strong _____ and_____?
Teeth and bones