Healthy Eating and Nutrition Quiz

What is the role of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)?

• To regulate the financial markets

• To oversee the country's educational institutions

• To develop and execute U.S. federal government policy on farming, agriculture, and food

• To manage the country's healthcare system

Which of the following is a category of foods based on similar properties?

• Heart Rate

• Physical Activity

• Diet

• Food Groups

What does the term 'Whole Grain' refer to?

• Grain that is high in added sugars

• Grain that is enriched with vitamins and minerals

• Grain that contains the entire grain kernel, including bran, germ, and endosperm

• Grain that has been processed to remove the bran and germ

What is the definition of 'Diet'?

• A type of physical activity

• A plan to lose weight

• A strict regimen of eating only certain foods

• The foods a person usually eats from one day to the next

What is the purpose of a Food Guide?

• To regulate food prices

• To promote the sale of specific food brands

• To list all available foods in a country

• To provide a visual graphic illustrating the principles of a healthy diet

What is the optimal range of heart rate during exercise called?

• Target Heart Rate

• Maximum Heart Rate

• Resting Heart Rate

• Average Heart Rate

What does 'Enriched' mean in terms of food and nutrition?

• Food that is high in fiber

• Food that is low in calories

• Food that has added vitamins and minerals to replace those lost during processing

• Food that is naturally high in vitamins and minerals

What is the main component of the endosperm in a grain kernel?

• Fat

• Protein

• Starch

• Fiber

What is the function of the bran in a grain kernel?

• To protect the germ and provide fiber and nutrients

• To store water

• To enhance flavor

• To provide energy

What is the definition of 'Empty Calories'?

• Calories that are high in nutrients

• Calories that contain little to no nutritive value

• Calories that are burned during exercise

• Calories that are stored as fat