Friday, 2/2 - Making Healthful Food Choices Quiz

What should you look for when choosing meats?

• High-sodium canned meats

• Processed luncheon meats and hot dogs

• Marbled and fatty cuts

• Select grade and lean cuts

What should you look for when buying canned vegetables?

• Products with high sodium content

• Products with added sugar

• Products without added salt

• Products packed in syrup

What should you choose when buying fruits canned in syrup?

• Canned vegetables

• Fruits canned in juice

• Fruit drinks and punches

• Fruit juices

What should you choose as low-fat, high-fiber alternates to meats?

• Beans, peas, and lentils

• Processed luncheon meats and hot dogs

• Fruit juices

• Canned vegetables

What should you choose when preparing packaged pasta, rice, and sauce mixes?

• No butter or margarine

• Double the amount of butter or margarine suggested

• Regular amount of butter or margarine suggested

• Half the amount of butter or margarine suggested

What should you use to replace one whole egg in recipes for baked goods to reduce cholesterol?

• Sour cream

• Butter

• Whole milk

• Two egg whites

What should you ask for when eating out to limit calories and added sugars?

• Fruit juice with your meal

• Alcoholic beverage with your meal

• Water with your meal instead of a soft drink

• Soft drink with your meal

What should you choose when eating out to limit sodium intake?

• Smoked, pickled, and barbecued foods

• Foods prepared with low-fat cooking methods

• Whole grain rolls when available

• High-fat sauces and dressings served on the side

What should you choose when eating out to limit fat intake?

• Generous portions of fresh vegetable salads

• Rich desserts

• Appetizer as an entree

• Petite or half-sized portions

What should you do when serving food to avoid overeating?

• Serve large portions

• Serve foods with added salt and butter

• Be aware of sensible portion sizes

• Serve high-fat foods