ChooseMyPlate Nutrition Quiz

What are the five food groups in ChooseMyPlate nutrition?

• sweets, soda, chips, fast food, and candy

• fats, oils, sugary drinks, processed meats, and desserts

• dairy, eggs, bread, pasta, and rice

• fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy

Why is it important to include a variety of food groups in your diet?

• To limit the types of nutrients you consume

• To make meal planning more difficult

• To get a wide range of nutrients and maintain a balanced diet.

• To only eat foods that you like

What is the recommended portion size for grains in ChooseMyPlate nutrition?

• 1 ounce per day

• 10 ounces per day

• 3 ounces per day

• 6 ounces per day

How many servings of fruits and vegetables are recommended in a balanced diet?

• 10 servings

• 5 servings

• 3 servings

• 7 servings

What does a balanced meal in ChooseMyPlate nutrition consist of?

• Only fruits and vegetables

• Meat, meat, and more meat

• Candy, soda, chips, and fast food

• Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy

Why is it important to have a balanced meal?

• To make the meal look more appealing

• To impress others with your cooking skills

• To avoid getting hungry between meals

• To get all the necessary nutrients for the body to function properly.

What are some examples of nutrient-dense foods?

• Fruits, vegetables, lean meats, fish, eggs, nuts, and seeds

• White bread, pasta, rice

• Candy, chips, soda

• Fast food, processed snacks, sugary drinks

How can nutrient-dense foods contribute to a healthy diet?

• By causing weight gain and increasing the risk of chronic diseases

• By providing empty calories and no essential nutrients

• By contributing to nutrient deficiencies and poor health

• By providing essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients without excess calories, which can help maintain a healthy weight and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

What are some healthy eating habits recommended in ChooseMyPlate nutrition?

• Avoiding fruits and vegetables

• Filling half your plate with fruits and vegetables, making at least half your grains whole grains, choosing low-fat or fat-free dairy products, and varying your protein choices.

• Choosing high-fat dairy products

• Eating only processed foods

How can practicing healthy eating habits improve overall well-being?

• By causing nutrient deficiencies and weight gain

• By providing essential nutrients, maintaining a healthy weight, reducing the risk of chronic diseases, and promoting better mental health.

• By increasing the risk of chronic diseases and mental health issues

• By promoting unhealthy eating habits and poor physical health