To Your Health! Exit Activity

Our text tells us that good nutrition is one of the keys to good health. What is the meaning of the word nutrition as it is used in the sentence?

• choices about food

• shopping

• doctor's visits

• rest

Our text tells us that some people compost bits of unused fruits, vegetables, and other natural waste. The compost can be used in their home gardens. What is compost?

• garden soil

• special plants

• decayed (broken down) plant matter

• food that can be eaten later

Our text tells us that when we shop with our family, we should look for sustainable foods, which are often natural, locally grown foods such as fruits and vegetables. Which of the following is closest to the definition of sustainable?

• tasty

• healthy

• easy to find

• environmentally friendly

On which of the following foods could you find a nutrition label?

• Bananas

• Eggs

• Crackers

• Apples

All of the following EXCEPT WHICH can be found on a nutrition label:

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

• Sodium

• Oils

Protein helps build healthy bones. Which of the following foods is known to have a lot of protein?

• bread

• watermelon

• chicken

• cupcakes

Fruits and vegetables keep your heart healthy and protect you from disease. What is the recommended daily serving of fruits and vegetables?

• 1 1/2 cups of fruit and 2 cups of vegetables

• 1/2 cup of fruit and 1 cup vegetables

• 1/4 cup of fruit and 1/2 cup vegetables

• 1/8 cup of fruit and 1/4 cup vegetables

Dairy items like yogurt, cheese, and milk are known to be high in which of the following nutrients? Hint: it helps build strong bones!

• iron

• calcium

• zinc

• vitamin a

Nutrition labels tell us a lot about the foods we eat. But a bigger number isn't always better. Which of these categories do you want your food to be lower in?

• Sodium

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

Sodium is a fancy word for ...

• fat

• salt

• protein

• calcium