Food Groups
Name 5 types of protein
eggs, beef, chicken, chickpeas, legumes, fish, greek yogurt, nuts, etc.
Name 5 whole fruits
bananas, oranges, grapes, strawberries, cherries, blueberries, etc.
T/F? - Eating healthy means eating only veggies and chicken breast for every meal
False - eat balanced and tailor your meals to you!
T/F? Eating whole foods and balanced meals lead to the production of good bacteria in our gut
True!
What are the 5 major food groups?
Veggies, fruits, grains, dairy, protein
What fruit has the most vitamin C?
Oranges
T/F? Healthy eating means never eating desserts or fried foods.
False - Enjoy your meals and snacks...in moderation!
What part of our body is considered the second brain because it affects the release of positive chemicals in our brain?
a) heart
b) gastrointestinal (GI) tract
c) lungs
Gastrointestinal tract (GI tract)
What is a healthier substitute for grains such as white bread or white rice?
wheat bread or brown rice
How many servings of fruit and veggies should we eat every day?
2-3 servings
What is an example of a healthy eating habit?
(many answers)
eating balanced, monitoring sugar and "junk" food intake, eating mindfully/slowly, eating breakfast etc.
What is one feel good chemical released in our brain when we eat healthy?
a) oxytocin
b) cortisol
c) dopamine
T/F? 1/2 of our plate should consist of grains (rice, bread, pasta)
False. 1/4 of your plate. Whole grains are best!
How much of your plate should be fruits and veggies?
1/4, 1/2, or entire plate
1/2 of your plate should be whole fruits and veggies
What is an example of a unhealthy eating habit?
(many answers)
eating too much sugar, not having a balanced plate, skipping meals, eating too quick, etc.
What is one outcome of eating balanced and practicing good habits on our mood or focus?
(many answers)
Improves our mood, alertness, ability to think clearly, etc.