The Five Food Groups

Which is not one of the five food groups?

• Dairy

• Grains

• Protein

• Oils and sweets

At least half of your plate should be

• fruits and dairy

• fruits and protein

• fruits and vegetables

• fruits and oils

The slogan for the grain group is to make half of your grains

• half

• whole

• barley

• rice

Which of the following are grains?

• quinoa

• barley

• wheat

• all of these

Many grains are refined because

• it is healthier for you

• it is an easier process

• it gives them a finer texture and they last longer

• it adds additional nutrients

Which of the following is an example of a whole grain product?

• white pasta

• white bread

• white rice

• oatmeal

Why is dietary fiber so important?

• it helps our digestive system work smoothly

• it helps maintain good eyesight

• it helps your muscles

• it helps your body create bone cells

Iron is an important mineral we find in foods because it

• makes our bones stronger

• it makes our teeth stronger

• it helps carry oxygen to our cells

• it helps our brain function better

Eating a variety of vegetables can help reduce your risk of developing

• heart disease

• Type 2 diabetes

• some kinds of cancers

• all of these

Which of the following is true about vegetables

• they are low in fat

• they are low in calories

• they have lots of fiber

• they are all true