The Eatwell Guide Quiz

What is the main purpose of The Eatwell Guide?

• To provide recipes for healthy meals

• To show the proportions of different food groups needed for a balanced diet

• To list foods to avoid for weight loss

• To recommend daily exercise routines

(a)   is a key term defined in the document.

• Carbohydrate loading
• Hydration
• Protein synthesis
• Caloric deficit

What is the recommended daily intake of dietary fibre for adults?

• 10g

• 20g

• 30g

• 40g

Which food group should make up at least one-third of the diet according to The Eatwell Guide?

• Dairy and alternatives

• Potatoes, bread, rice, pasta or other starchy carbohydrates

• Foods high in fat, salt and sugar

• Oil and spreads

Matilda is preparing a meal for her family. What is a composite or combination food?

• A food made with only one ingredient

• A food made with ingredients from more than one food group

• A food that is low in calories

• A food that is high in protein

What is the recommended portion of oily fish per week?

• At least one portion

• At least two portions

• At least three portions

• At least four portions

What should be the maximum daily intake of fruit juice or smoothies?

• 50ml

• 100ml

• 150ml

• 200ml

Which type of fat is considered healthier according to the document?

• Saturated fats

• Trans fats

• Unsaturated fats

• Hydrogenated fats

What is the main source of protein in the diet according to the document?

• Dairy and alternatives

• Beans, pulses, fish, eggs, meat and other protein

• Potatoes, bread, rice, pasta

• Oil and spreads

What is the role of dietary fibre as mentioned in the document?

• To increase energy levels

• To help reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers

• To build muscle mass

• To improve skin health