Healthy Eating Essentials

What information can you find on a food label?

• Brand history

• Nutritional facts, ingredients list, serving size, allergens, and expiration date.

• Nutritional benefits

• Cooking instructions

Why is it important to check the serving size on a food label?

• to understand the nutritional information based on the amount consumed.

• Serving size only affects taste, not nutrition.

• Serving size is the same for all food types.

• Serving size is irrelevant to calorie count.

What are macronutrients and why do we need them?

• Only proteins are considered macronutrients

• Vitamins and minerals needed in small amounts for energy

• Macronutrients are not essential for health

• Macronutrients are essential nutrients needed in large amounts for energy, growth, and health.

Name three essential vitamins that are important for our health.

• Vitamin B12

• Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D

• Vitamin K

• Vitamin E

Which food brand is known for its organic products?

• Kraft Foods

• Nestlé

• PepsiCo

• Whole Foods Market

How can you tell if a food product is low in sugar?

• A food product is low in sugar if it has 10 grams or less of total sugars per serving.

• A food product is low in sugar if it contains no added sugars, regardless of total sugars.

• A food product is low in sugar if it is labeled as 'sugar-free' without checking the total sugars.

• A food product is low in sugar if it has 5 grams or less of total sugars per serving.

What does the expiration date on a food product indicate?

• The expiration date indicates when the product will spoil regardless of storage conditions.

• The expiration date is the date by which the product must be sold.

• The expiration date indicates the last date for optimal quality and safety of the food product.

• The expiration date is the date the product was manufactured.

Why should you not consume food past its expiration date?

• Expiration dates are just suggestions and have no real impact.

• Expired food can taste better than fresh food.

• You should not consume food past its expiration date because it may pose health risks.

• Food past its expiration date is always safe to eat.

What is the difference between 'best by' and 'use by' dates?

• 'Use by' dates are only for frozen foods.

• 'Best by' dates are the same as expiration dates.

• 'Best by' dates refer to quality, while 'use by' dates refer to safety.

• 'Best by' dates indicate the last date for purchase.

How can you identify whole grain products on a label?

• Whole grain products can be identified by the presence of 'whole grain' in the ingredient list.

• Look for 'enriched' in the ingredient list

• Check for high fiber content only

• Identify products with a dark color