Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide

What is the best description of the 2019 Canada's Food Guide?

• A hard copy booklet of prescribed food servings

• A dietary plan designed explicitly to reduce weight

• A multi-faceted online resource to promote healthy eating

Which of the following is NOT recommended by the 2019 Canada's Food Guide?

• Make milk your drink of choice

• Vegetables and Fruits should be eaten more often

• Water should be the beverage of choice

• Plant-based protein is preferred over animal-based protein

Indigenous People of Canada have a separate food guide

• True

• False

Canada's first food guide was created in 1942 to prevent nutritional deficiencies

• True

• False

Which statement is True?

• Salt is 100% sodium

• Drink water with processed foods to reduce sodium level

• Sodium rich processed foods should not be consumed regularly

Which of the following is NOT recommended in the Healthy Eating section of the guide?

• Be mindful of your eating habits

• Eat meals with others

• Enjoy your food

• Dine out at better restaurants more often

Which foods should you choose most often according to the guide?

• Fruits and Vegetables

• Protein Foods

• Whole Grains

• Meat and Dairy

What does the guide mean by 'Be mindful of your eating habits?" Choose all that apply

• Take your time when you eat.

• Notice when you are hungry and full.

• Meditate as you eat.

• Notice when and why you eat.

How does the new food guide differ from the old one? Choose all that apply

• It does not give specific recommended servings.

• It focuses on whole foods.

• It divides food into 4 food groups

Canada's Food Guide is only available in English and French

• True

• False