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WorksheetsFruits and Nutrition Review
Total questions: 31
Worksheet time: 19mins
What is included in the Fruit Group according to MyPlate?
Only fresh fruits
Only dried fruits
Only canned fruits
All fruits and 100% fruit juice
What percentage of your fruit intake should come from whole fruits?
At least 50%
At least 25%
At least 75%
100%
Which of the following counts as 1 cup from the Fruit Group?
1/4 cup of dried fruit
1/2 cup of fresh fruit
1 cup of 100% fruit juice
1/2 cup of fruit juice
Why is it important to eat fruit?
Fruits are high in calories
Fruits are high in sodium
Fruits provide essential nutrients
Fruits are high in cholesterol
Which nutrient in fruits helps maintain healthy blood pressure?
Potassium
Folate
Fiber
Vitamin C
What is a benefit of dietary fiber from fruits?
Increases cholesterol levels
Reduces vitamin C absorption
Reduces blood cholesterol levels
Increases sodium levels
Which vitamin is important for the growth and repair of body tissues?
Vitamin A
Vitamin B
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
What is a potential health benefit of eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables?
Increased calorie intake
Reduced risk of heart disease
Increased risk of heart disease
Reduced fiber intake
Which of the following fruits is a source of potassium?
Bananas
Apples
Grapes
Strawberries
What is the role of vitamin C in the body?
Reduces potassium absorption
Increases cholesterol levels
Helps heal cuts and wounds
Increases sodium levels
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of eating fruits?
Lowering risk of certain diseases
Providing essential nutrients
Increasing cholesterol levels
Maintaining healthy blood pressure
What is the recommended way to find out how much fruit you need?
Guess based on hunger
Consult a doctor
Eat as much as possible
Get your MyPlate Plan
Which of the following is a fruit source of dietary fiber?
Fruit-flavored candies
Fruit juices
Whole or cut-up fruits
Canned fruit syrup
What is a characteristic of most fruits?
High in cholesterol
High in fat
High in sodium
Low in calories
Which of the following is a benefit of eating lower-calorie fruits?
Increases sodium levels
Reduces vitamin C absorption
Helps lower overall calorie intake
Increases overall calorie intake
is a tomato a fruit or vegetable explain
Which of these nutrients can you get from eating whole fruit that is not usually found in juice?
Vitamins
Minerals
Fiber
Sugar
Potassium is a nutrient that many Americans don’t get enough of. Which of the following is a good fruit source of this mineral known to help regulate blood pressure?
Dried Apricots
Bananas
Orange Juice
All of the above
Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables as part of an overall healthy diet may protect against certain types of cancer.
True
False
Which of the following counts as part of the Fruit Group?
Canned Peaches
Dried Apricots
100% Orange Juice
Fresh strawberries
All of the above
Fiber found in fruit is associated with which of the following health outcomes?
Strengthening bones
Making new blood cells
Building muscle
Maintaining proper bowl function
Fruits are sources of which of the following?
Folate
Vitamin D
Calcium
Protein
Which of these foods is actually a fruit in plant biology?
Onion
Pepper
Mushroom
All of the above
Which of these foods is a source of vitamin C?
Pineapples
Strawberries
Oranges
All of the above
What do fruits have that make them sweet?
Vitamin C
Fiber
Fructose
Protein
Pleasing or agreeable personalities
Fruits and vegetables should be washed:
After returning from the store
Withing four hours of returning from the store
Just before eating or cooking them
They are clean enough
When selecting vegetables you should choose those that are mostly:
Fresh
Firm
With good color
All of the above
Which of the following vegetables is part of the fruits category:
Potatoes
Radish
Tomatoes
Celery
Fruits and vegetables are high in:
Nutrients
Fiber
Water
All of the above
Which nutrient helps your digestive system work efficiently and cause you to feel full longer?
fiber
carbohydrates
protein
vitamins
