The Importance of Portion Control

What percentage of the typical American diet comes from ultra-processed foods?

• 40%

• 58%

• 70%

• 25%

Which of the following is a common source of added sugars in the typical American diet?

• Fruits and vegetables

• Whole grains

• Lean proteins

• Soda and other sugary drinks

True or False: The typical American diet is high in saturated fats and low in fiber.

• False

• True

• Partially true

• Not sure

What is the recommended daily intake of sodium for adults according to the American Heart Association?

• 500 milligrams (mg)

• 1,000 milligrams (mg)

• 2,300 milligrams (mg)

• 10,000 milligrams (mg)

Which of the following is a characteristic of the typical American diet?

• High consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins.

• Moderate consumption of processed foods, fast food, sugary drinks, and red meat.

• High consumption of processed foods, fast food, sugary drinks, and red meat.

• Low consumption of processed foods, fast food, sugary drinks, and red meat.

What is the recommended daily intake of added sugars for men according to the American Heart Association?

• 50 grams or 12 teaspoons

• 10 grams or 2 teaspoons

• 20 grams or 5 teaspoons

• 36 grams or 9 teaspoons

True or False: The typical American diet is rich in whole grains.

• True

• Partially true

• False

• Not enough information

What is the recommended daily intake of fiber for women according to the Institute of Medicine?

• 30 grams

• 15 grams

• 25 grams

• 10 grams

Which of the following is a common source of saturated fats in the typical American diet?

• Olive oil

• Butter

• Fish

• Red meat

True or False: The typical American diet is low in fruits and vegetables.

• The American diet is balanced in fruits and vegetables

• True

• False

• The American diet is high in fruits and vegetables