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WorksheetsCH 5
Total questions: 28
Worksheet time: 14mins
How often are the Dietary Guidelines for Americans updated?
Every 3 years
Every 5 years
Every 10 years
Every 2 years
What is the main goal of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?
To help athletes improve performance
To promote health through nutrition and physical activity
To increase food production
To advertise healthy foods
Which of the following is not one of the four main guidelines?
Follow a healthy eating pattern at every life stage
Focus on nutrient-dense foods and beverages
Limit added sugars, saturated fats, and sodium
Avoid all oils and fats
What does DRI stand for?
Daily Recommended Intake
Dietary Reference Intakes
Daily Required Information
Diet and Resource Index
What is the purpose of DRIs?
To tell you which foods to avoid
To show nutrient levels that meet the needs of healthy people
To list popular food trends
To replace food labels
How many food groups are on MyPlate?
Four
Five
Six
Seven
Which of the following is not a MyPlate food group?
Fruits
Grains
Oils
Dairy
About how many calories do most teens need each day?
1,200
1,500
2,000
2,500
What is the recommended daily amount of vegetables for a 2,000-calorie diet?
1 cup
2½ cups
3 cups
5 cups
What should at least half of your grains be?
Refined
Fortified
Whole
Processed
Which of these foods is a healthy source of protein?
Cake
Beans
Soda
Candy
Oils are not a food group, but they are important because they:
Contain added sugars
Provide protein
Supply essential unsaturated fats
Increase cholesterol
What tool can help you create a personalized food plan?
FoodData Central
MyPlate Plan
DASH Tracker
HealthyHeart App
Why are restaurant portions often unhealthy?
They are smaller than MyPlate servings
They have fewer calories
They are usually larger than MyPlate servings
They are always nutrient-dense
What does DASH stand for?
Daily Activity for Strong Health
Diet and Sugar Habit
Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
Doctors Against Salt and Honey
Which health condition can the DASH diet help prevent?
Scurvy
Asthma
High blood pressure
Chickenpox
Which food fits best in the DASH diet?
Fried chicken and soda
Candy bars and white bread
Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
Pizza and chips
What is the main purpose of the Nutrition Facts label?
To show how food is grown
To list food prices
To help compare and make healthy food choices
To advertise products
What is the Percent Daily Value (%DV) based on?
A. A 1,200-calorie diet
B. A 1,500-calorie diet
C. A 2,000-calorie diet
D. A 2,500-calorie diet
What must ingredients be listed by on a food label?
Alphabetical order
Expiration date
Descending order by weight
Brand popularity
What is a health claim?
A slogan made up by the company
A personal opinion
An FDA-approved statement linking food to health benefits
A warning label
When did sesame become required to be listed as an allergen?
2020
2021
2023
2025
What does a “Best if Used By” date tell consumers?
The date the food expires
The date it was packaged
When the food will taste best and be highest quality
When to throw the food away
Why is keeping a food journal helpful?
It helps you count how many restaurants you visit
It records how many recipes you know
It helps you track what you eat and if you meet your nutrient goals
It replaces food labels
What website can analyze your diet based on what you eat?
MyHealth.com
USDA FoodData Central
MyFitnessTracker.net
Healthy Habits Daily
What do RDA and AI stand for?
Recommended Daily Average and Artificial Ingredients
Recommended Dietary Allowance and Adequate Intake
Reduced Diet Amount and Active Intake
Real Daily Allowance and Added Ingredients
What types of foods should you limit in your diet?
Fruits and vegetables
Saturated fats, sodium, and added sugars
Whole grains and proteins
Dairy and oils
The MyPlate Plan encourages you to:
Eat only fruits and vegetables
Follow a low-carb diet
Create balanced meals that fit your lifestyle and culture
Avoid all fats and oils
