I Want That

The video, led by Food Detective Berry Blue, explores how advertising can mislead consumers about the nutritional value of food and drinks. It highlights the tactics used in ads, such as emphasizing minimal vitamins in health drinks or using attractive packaging and characters to sell sugary cereals. The video advises viewers to scrutinize food labels, focusing on the main ingredients and avoiding products with excessive sugar or non-food additives. It encourages choosing cereals with whole grains and minimal sugar, emphasizing the importance of nutrition from the five food groups for a healthy breakfast.

What is often misleading about health drink advertisements?

• They are made from organic ingredients.

• They are cheaper than other drinks.

• They are mostly water and sugar.

• They contain no vitamins at all.

Which of the following is a common tactic used by advertisers to sell a product?

• Offering free health consultations.

• Guaranteeing money back.

• Providing detailed ingredient lists.

• Using colorful packaging.

What is a common trick used in cereal advertisements to attract children?

• Promising a free breakfast.

• Including a free toy inside.

• Offering a discount on the next purchase.

• Providing a free sample.

Why might a cereal with a cute character on the box be misleading?

• It guarantees a healthy breakfast.

• It is always more expensive.

• It contains no sugar.

• It suggests the cereal is powerful.

What is the main ingredient in Squidly Mite cereal?

• Sugar

• Corn

• Salt

• Oats

What should you look for first on a food label to determine its nutritional value?

• The order of ingredients.

• The color of the packaging.

• The price.

• The brand name.

Which cereal ingredient indicates a healthier choice?

• Whole grain rice

• Salt

• Artificial flavors

• High fructose corn syrup