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WorksheetsMy Plate
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 30mins
MyPlate represents which aspect of nutrition?
A balanced diet
Exercise routines
Cooking techniques
Food preservation methods
What is the study of foods and their effect on health, growth, and development called?
Dieting
Nutrition
Exercise
Cooking
What is MyPlate?
A type of diet
A food guide to help us eat healthy and be active
A cooking method
A type of exercise
What is obesity?
A) A healthy lifestyle
B) An excess of body fat that contributes to many causes of early death
C) A type of diet
D) A form of exercise
Fill in the blank: ____% of Adults are either overweight or obese.
68.8
70.5
65.2
72.3
Where does 'Poultry' belong in the food groups?
Protein
Carbohydrates
Fats
Vitamins
Where does 'Bread' belong in the food groups?
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables
Where does 'Rice' belong in the food groups?
Grains
Dairy
Proteins
Fruits
Where does 'Spinach' belong in the food groups?
Vegetables
Fruits
Grains
Dairy
Where does 'Blueberry' belong in the food groups?
Fruits
Vegetables
Grains
Proteins
Where does 'Pasta' belong in the food groups?
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Proteins
Where does 'Egg' belong in the food groups?
Protein
Carbohydrates
Fats
Vitamins
Where do 'Nuts' belong in the food groups?
Protein
Dairy
Grains
Fruits
Where does 'Cheese' belong in the food groups?
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables
Grains
Where does 'Yogurt' belong in the food groups?
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables
Grains
Where does 'Fish' belong in the food groups?
Protein
Carbohydrates
Fats
Vitamins
What types of fruits should you buy?
Only fresh fruits
Dried, frozen, canned, and fresh fruits
Only canned fruits
Only frozen fruits
Select ______ fruit juice when choosing juices.
100%
50%
25%
10%
What types of vegetables are recommended to eat more of?
A) Red, orange, and dark-green veggies
B) Yellow and purple veggies
C) Only red veggies
D) Only green veggies
What can be added to salads, soups, and side dishes to provide protein?
A) Beans or peas
B) Fruits
C) Dairy
D) Grains
Fill in the blank: Fresh, frozen, and canned vegetables all count. Choose 'reduced sodium' or (a) canned veggies?
regular
organic
low-calorie
What type of grain choices should you substitute for breads, bagels, rolls, breakfast cereals, crackers, rice, and pasta?
Whole-grain choices
White-grain choices
Enriched-grain choices
Fill in the blank: Limit "white" and "enriched" grains such as _________.
White bread, white rice, enriched pasta
Whole grain bread, brown rice, quinoa
Oatmeal, barley, bulgur
Rye bread, wild rice, buckwheat
What should you do to ensure a variety of foods from the protein food group each week?
Include different sources like beans, nuts, and seafood.
Eat only red meat every day.
Avoid all protein-rich foods.
Consume only protein supplements.
What type of meats and ground beef should you choose?
Lean cuts
High-fat cuts
Processed meats
Cured meats
What should you do to cut fat and calories from meat and poultry?
Trim visible fat and remove skin
Add extra oil while cooking
Choose fattier cuts of meat
Cook with butter
What type of milk is recommended for a low-fat diet?
Whole milk
Skim milk
2% milk
Chocolate milk
What is a recommended healthier choice topping for fruit salads and baked potatoes?
Butter
Low-fat yogurt
Cheese
Sour cream
If you are lactose intolerant, try ________ milk or fortified soymilk (soy beverage).
lactose-free.
whole.
skim.
chocolate.
How many cups of fruits should you aim to eat daily?
2 cups
1 cup
3 cups
4 cups
How many cups of vegetables should you aim to eat daily?
2 ½ cups
1 cup
3 cups
4 cups
How many cups of dairy should you aim to consume daily?
3 cups
2 cups
4 cups
1 cup
How many ounces of protein should you aim to consume daily?
5 ½ ounces
3 ounces
7 ounces
10 ounces
How many ounces of grains should you aim to consume daily?
6 ounces
4 ounces
8 ounces
10 ounces
1 Cup is equivalent to which of the following common objects?
Juice Box
CD (slice of bread)
Deck of Cards or Palm of Hand
½ Cup (liquid) is equivalent to which of the following common objects?
Baseball or Fist
Juice Box
CD (slice of bread)
Deck of Cards or Palm of Hand
1 ounce is equivalent to which of the following common objects?
Baseball or Fist
Juice Box
CD (slice of bread)
Deck of Cards or Palm of Hand
2-3 ounces is equivalent to which of the following common objects?
Baseball or Fist
Juice Box
CD (slice of bread)
Deck of Cards or Palm of Hand
What is equivalent to 1 small apple?
1 cup
1/2 cup
2 cups
What is equivalent to 1/2 cup of sliced fruit?
size of a baseball
size of a small computer mouse
size of a deck of cards
What is equivalent to 1 cup of raw vegetables?
size of a baseball
size of a deck of cards
size of a small computer mouse
What is equivalent to 1 cup of yogurt?
size of a baseball
size of a deck of cards
size of a small computer mouse
What is equivalent to 1 1/2 oz. of low-fat natural cheese?
size of two 9-volt batteries
size of a baseball
size of a small computer mouse
What is equivalent to 1 tablespoon of peanut butter?
size of a deck of cards
size of a CD
size of a golf ball
What is equivalent to 1 slice of bread?
size of a CD
size of a baseball
size of a small computer mouse
What is equivalent to 1/2 cup of cooked pasta?
size of a small computer mouse
size of a baseball
size of a deck of cards
What is one way to enjoy your food but eat less?
Eat faster
Eat while watching TV
Eat slowly and focus on your meal
Eat larger portions
What should make up half of your plate according to MyPlate recommendations?
A) Fruits and vegetables
B) Dairy and protein
C) Grains and dairy
D) Protein and vegetables
According to the dietary guidelines, make at least half of your grains ________.
whole grains.
refined grains.
processed grains.
enriched grains.
What type of milk should you drink?
Whole milk
2% milk
Fat-free (skim) or low fat (1%) milk
Chocolate milk
What should you drink instead of sugary drinks?
Juice
Soda
Water
Milk
Fill in the blank: Foods high in solid fats should be ______ choices, not every day foods.
occasional
frequent
daily
regular
Limit empty calories to less than ______ per day, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
260
300
400
500
Americans are eating more calories today than ever before because:
There is an increase in fast food consumption.
People are exercising more.
There is a decrease in food availability.
People are eating more home-cooked meals.
Children do not get as much physical activity as children 20 years ago.
True
False
Why is there more obesity today? Some children learn bad eating and exercise habits from their home environment.
True
False
Nutrients are essential substances that organisms need to survive and grow. Which of the following is a type of nutrient?
Proteins
Plastic
Glass
Metal
What is a diet?
A type of exercise
What we eat and drink
A medical condition
A type of clothing
Nutrition is the study of what you eat and how it affects your body.
True
False
