Understanding Whole and Ultra-Processed Foods

Why is it best to eat less ultra-processed foods?

• They are too expensive

• They provide little to no nutrition

• They are hard to find

• They are too filling

What are non-food-group foods high in?

• Calories, unhealthy fat, sodium, and/or added sugar

• Protein and fiber

• Vitamins and minerals

• Water and electrolytes

What can empty-calorie foods be part of if consumed in limited amounts?

• A nutritious meal or snack

• A daily diet

• A breakfast routine

• A hydration plan

What are added to foods that contain empty calories?

• Vitamins and minerals

• Fiber and protein

• Fat, sugar, and salt

• Water and electrolytes

What percentage of total calories should added sugars be limited to?

• 5 percent

• 10 percent

• 15 percent

• 20 percent

Which vitamins are commonly found in nutrient-dense foods?

• Vitamins A, C, D, and E

• Vitamins B, K, and F

• Vitamins X, Y, and Z

• Vitamins P, Q, and R

Nutrient-dense foods are low in what?

• Nutritional value

• Calories

• Vitamins

• Minerals

What is a key characteristic of nutrient-dense foods?

• High in unhealthy fats

• High in protein

• High in sugar

• High in artificial additives

Which of the following is considered an empty calorie food?

• Spinach

• Soda

• Beans

• Apples

What is a characteristic of calorie dense foods?

• High in vitamins

• Low in fat

• High in calories

• Low in sugar