Understanding MyPyramid Food Groups

Which of the following is a food group in the MyPyramid dietary guidelines?

• Candy

• Grains

• Soda

• Ice cream

True or False: The orange color band in the MyPyramid graphic represents the grains group.

• True

• False

Which food group includes apples, bananas, and oranges?

• Vegetables

• Fruits

• Milk

• Meat and beans

True or False: The blue band in MyPyramid stands for the milk group.

• True

• False

Which of these is an example of a food from the meat and beans group?

• Chicken

• Carrot

• Bread

• Apple

True or False: Grains give us energy as part of our diet.

• True

• False

Which food group should you eat the most of, according to the width of the color bands in MyPyramid?

• Oils

• Grains

• Milk

• Meat and beans

Which of the following are reasons why it is important to eat fruits and vegetables every day? (Select all that apply)

• They help our bodies stay healthy

• They are expensive

• They give us important vitamins

• They taste salty

If you want to have strong bones, which food group should you include in your meals?

• Milk

• Oils

• Fruits

• Grains

True or False: Olive oil is a healthy oil you might use in cooking.

• True

• False