P6 Food and Health Quiz

What does a food label tell you?

• The price of the food

• The name of the manufacturer

• Nutritional information and ingredients

• How to cook the food

Why is it important to eat a balanced diet?

• To make sure you can eat more sweets

• To ensure your body gets all the nutrients it needs

• To avoid eating vegetables

• To be able to skip breakfast

What does the term "calories" refer to in food?

• The color of the food

• The amount of energy the food provides

• The weight of the food

• The taste of the food

Which of the following is NOT a a common allergen?

• Eggs

• Peanuts

• Milk

• Water

What should you look for on food labels to eat healthier?

• High amounts of sugar and fat

• Low amounts of fiber and protein

• High amounts of vitamins and minerals

• Low amounts of vitamins and minerals

Why might food adverts be misleading?

• They always show the nutritional information

• They can make unhealthy foods look very appealing

• They are only shown during meal times

• They only feature healthy foods

What is the main purpose of carbohydrates in our diet?

• To make us feel full

• To provide energy

• To build muscles

• To protect the body from diseases

Which of the following is a good practice when looking at food adverts?

• Believing everything the advert says

• Choosing foods based solely on how they look in the advert

• Researching the nutritional information of the advertised food

• Only eating foods that are advertised on TV

What food below will commonly have a USE BY date?

• Meats ( such as fish/chicken)

• Tinned foods ( such as soup, beans)

• Fresh Salad

• Pasta and Rice

If a food product has a best before date, what does this mean?

• You MUST eat the food before this date.

• It is advised to eat the food before this date as the food will taste the best before then.

• You will become hospitalised if you eat the food a day after the best before date.