Food Groups
What are the five food groups?
Fruits, Vegetables, Dairy, Grains, Protein
What is the main nutrient of protein?
Protein
Why do we need to eat fewer servings of fruits than vegetables?
they are higher in sugar
What food groups are missing?
grilled chicken, rice, and broccoli plate
Up to how many extras does Ms. Jazmin suggest having in a day?
three or less
What makes a food considered an extra?
extra salt, oil, or sugar
What is the main nutrient of dairy?
Calcium
What is the hand symbol for a serving of salad?
two fists
Which food groups are in this meal?
a ham and mayo sandwich with chips and an apple
grains, protein, fruit, extra
What type of physical activity is playing soccer?
Moderate-Vigorous
How many food groups should you have in a balanced breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack?
(please provide numbers for each meal)
Breakfast = 3
Lunch and Dinner = 5
Snack = 2
What is the main nutrient of fruit?
Vitamin C
What is the hand symbol for two pieces of string cheese?
two pointer fingers
Ms. Smyth has a grilled cheese with tomato soup. What food groups is she missing from her lunch, if any?
Vegetables and Protein
You see a commercial of Kai Cenat eating a candy bar.. what kind of advertising technique is being used?
Endorsement by Authorities or Celebrities: a celebrity (like a movie star, a model, or a sports player) who says they use the products
Name at least two of the three types of plant-based protein foods?
beans, nuts, seeds
What is the health benefit of vegetables/vitamin A?
Healthy skin and eyes
How much is 1 serving of oatmeal? (unit of measurment)
1/2 cup
Assuming everything is 1 serving each:
A bean, cheese, and rice burrito
1 serving protein (beans)
1 serving dairy (cheese)
2 servings grains (rice and tortilla)
What is Ms. Jazmin's favorite extra?
Donuts!
Give an example of a food item that can be served in two forms: one as a food group food, and one as an extra. Also explain what is added to change to an extra!
Examples: orange to orange juice (added sugar)
milk to ice cream (added sugar)
potatoes to chips (added salt and oil)
You have a soccer tournament today. What food group will help you be prepared to play multiple soccer games and why does it help you?
grains, it provides you with energy to run and play
How many ounces is 1 serving of fish?
3 ounces
Assuming everything is 1 serving each:
Double cheeseburger (two patties) with lettuce, tomato, and fries
2 servings protein (two patties)
1-2 servings grains (bun)
2 servings vegetables (lettuce, tomato)
1 serving extras (fries)
Each team member, please provide 1 change you can make to improve your nutrition habits!
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