Dietary Guidelines for Americans Quiz

What type of information do the Dietary Guidelines provide?

• How to make smart food choices and balance food intake with physical activity

• How to prepare fast food

• How to increase sugar intake

• How to avoid all fats

What is the benefit of choosing low-fat or nonfat milk products?

• Increases sugar intake

• Reduces risk of heart disease

• Increases cholesterol

• Provides more calories

How many minutes should teenagers be active most days according to the Dietary Guidelines?

• 30 minutes

• 45 minutes

• 60 minutes

• 90 minutes

What type of foods should you choose to get the most nutrition out of your calories?

• High-calorie foods

• Nutrient-dense foods

• Low-protein foods

• Sugary foods

Which of the following is NOT a nutrient-dense food?

• Fish

• Poultry

• Legumes

• Soft drinks

Which of the following is NOT recommended to reduce sodium intake?

• Limit pickled foods

• Eat more canned soups

• Avoid luncheon meats

• Reduce salty snacks

What is a part of good nutrition according to the text?

• Eating fast food

• Using safe procedures to handle food

• Skipping meals

• Consuming sugary drinks

What is NOT a recommended practice for food safety?

• Separate raw and cooked foods

• Cook meat to safe temperatures

• Store perishable food at room temperature

• Clean hands and surfaces

According to the MyPlate diagram, what should you avoid?

• Eating fruits

• Drinking water

• Oversized portions

• Exercising too much

What is a good idea when it comes to portion sizes?

• Increase portion sizes

• Avoid oversized portions

• Ignore portion sizes

• Double portion sizes