Choosing Healthy Foods

What portion of your plate should be fruits and vegetables?

• One-fourth

• One-third

• One-half

• Three-fourths

Why is it recommended to switch to fat-free or low-fat (1%) milk?

• It tastes better

• It has fewer calories and less fat

• It is more expensive

• It contains more sugar

When comparing packaged foods, what should you look for in sodium content?

• Foods with the highest sodium levels

• Foods with lower sodium levels

• Foods with no sodium at all

• Foods with the same sodium level as other nutrients

What is the purpose of the Nutrition Facts label?

• To show the calories only

• To list ingredients and nutritional information

• To advertise the food brand

• To show expiration dates

According to the text, a food is considered low in a nutrient if its % Daily Value is:

• 10% or less

• 20% or more

• 5% or less

• 50% or more

What is one way to balance food intake and energy use?

• Eat less and avoid exercise

• Exercise regularly and eat a balanced diet

• Eat as much as possible for energy

• Drink sugary drinks instead of water

What happens if you consistently take in more energy than you use?

• You will lose weight

• Your energy levels will decrease

• You will store excess energy as fat

• You will not be affected

What is one serious health risk associated with obesity?

• Increased intelligence

• High cholesterol and diabetes

• Improved athletic performance

• Faster metabolism

Why is the current generation of children at risk for shorter lifespans than their parents?

• They eat too many whole grains

• They are consuming too much protein

• Their high obesity rates lead to serious health problems

• They are exercising too much

What tool can help people choose healthy foods?

• MyPlate and MyPyramid

• Fast food menus

• Soda advertisements

• Social media trends