#030 Choose My Plate Quiz

What is the purpose of My Plate?

• To make food selection easier

• To promote unhealthy eating habits

• To confuse people about healthy food

• To increase the risk of nutrition-related health problems

What are the benefits of following My Plate guidelines?

• Feeling better and having more energy

• Increasing the risk of nutrition-related health problems

• Having less energy and feeling worse

• Promoting unhealthy eating habits

Why was the food guide pyramid replaced by My Plate?

• The food guide pyramid was difficult to follow and understand

• The food guide pyramid was more effective

• The food guide pyramid had better visual representation

• The food guide pyramid had more accurate information

What should make up half of your plate according to My Plate?

• Fruits and vegetables

• Grains

• Protein and dairy

• Solid fats and sugar

Which vegetables are higher in vitamins and minerals?

• Dark green vegetables

• Starchy vegetables

• Other vegetables

• Red and orange vegetables

What counts as part of the fruit group?

• Any fruit or 100% fruit juice

• Only fresh fruits

• Only canned fruits

• Only dried fruits

What should at least half of the grains you eat be?

• Whole grains

• Refined grains

• Processed grains

• White grains

Which dairy foods are considered part of the dairy group?

• Milk, yogurt, and cheese

• Only milk

• Only yogurt

• Only cheese

What is the recommended portion size for protein foods?

• Three or four ounces cooked

• One or two ounces cooked

• Five or six ounces cooked

• Seven or eight ounces cooked

What is the best beverage choice according to My Plate?

• Water

• Soda

• Fruit juice

• Sports drinks