Food Groups
Which food group gives us calcium to help build strong bones?
dairy
To cook food quickly in a pan with a small amount of oil.
sauté
Milk, yogurt, and cheese are a part of the dairy group.
true
Name three different colors you might see on a healthy plate.
Green, red, orange, purple, yellow, etc.
Why is it important to drink water every day?
Stay hydrated and helps the body work properly
If your meal has grains and protein, which good group should you add next?
fruits or vegetables
To cook food slowly in liquid at low heat.
simmer
Carrots are a good source of vitamin C.
true
Name a blue or purple fruit you can eat for breakfast.
Blueberries, grapes, plums
Name one plant-based food that is high in protein.
Beans, lentils, tofu, nuts
Which has more fiber: an apple or apple juice?
apple!
To cook food slowly in the oven with a lid or foil.
roast
Stirring constantly when baking cookies makes them fluffier.
false
(stirring too much can make cookies hard)
Why is it good to eat fruits and vegetables of many different colors?
Different colors provide different vitamins and minerals
Which vegetable is sometimes called a "mini tree"?
broccoli
Which food group includes foods that can be both animal-based and plant-based?
protein group
This ingredient makes baked goods rise.
baking powder or baking soda
Canned or frozen vegetables are not as healthy as fresh vegetables.
false
(they often contain the same amounts of vitamins and minerals as fresh veggies)
What nutrient do many red fruits have that helps protect your body from sickness?
Vitamin C / antioxidants
True or False: Eggs are only a source of protein.
False
(they also have fat and other nutrients)
Which food belongs in the grain group: corn or cornbread?
both!
(corn is classified as a grain, specifically a cereal grain)
To remove food from heat so it doesn't keep cooking.
rest (let it rest)
You should wash raw meat before cooking it.
false
(it spreads bacteria; cooking kills it)
Which nutrient is found in orange and yellow fruits and vegetables and is good for your eyes and skin?
Vitamin A
What drink is best to drink after exercise?
water