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WorksheetsDietary Guidelines and Food Labels
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 53mins
Which statement best describes the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA)?
Government advice on food safety rules
Science-based recommendations for eating and drinking
Legal requirements for restaurant menus
Traditional customs for holiday meals
How often are the Dietary Guidelines for Americans updated, and by whom?
Every 2 years by CDC alone
Every 3 years by FDA and NIH
Every 5 years by USDA and HHS
Every 10 years by Congress only
A 3-year-old child’s caregiver asks if the DGA apply to the child. What is the best response?
No, only ages 5 and older
Yes, they apply to ages 2 and older
No, they are for adults only
Yes, but only for athletes
Which goal aligns with the intent of the DGA across life stages?
Promote healthier food choices for all Americans
Limit nutrition advice to older adults
Increase sales of dietary supplements
Replace medical care with diet alone
Which statement best defines a nutrient-dense food?
High nutrients with little added sugars, fat, sodium
High calories with lots of added sugars and sodium
Low vitamins but high saturated fat and sodium
Mostly empty calories with minimal vitamins and minerals
You plan a dinner to meet nutrient needs without excess calories. Which combination best aligns with nutrient density?
Grilled fish, steamed vegetables, whole grains
Creamy pasta, fried chicken, sugary drink
Processed meats, white bread, sweet dessert
High-fat cheese, buttery sauce, salty fries
Which principle emphasizes maintaining a consistent eating approach from childhood through older adulthood?
Customize nutrient-dense foods to preferences
Follow a healthy dietary pattern at every life stage
Focus on food group needs using nutrient-dense choices
Support healthy eating patterns across communities
The Dietary Guidelines recommend keeping your sodium intake below...
2300 mg per day
2400 mg per day
2500 mg per day
2600 mg per day
Which choice best represents focusing on food group needs with nutrient-dense options?
Favor fruits, vegetables, whole grains, protein foods, dairy
Skip breakfast to reduce calories during busy days
Use supplements instead of balanced meals
Rotate fad diets every month for variety
Which guideline targets reducing chronic disease risk by limiting certain nutrients?
Increase high-fiber vegetables and legumes
Limit added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium
Count calories precisely at every meal
Choose organic foods whenever possible
A school cafeteria wants to align with the guidelines. Which action best supports healthy eating patterns for everyone?
Offer nutrient-dense choices in school meals
Ban all desserts from student menus
Provide only low-carb options for athletes
Serve identical meals without cultural variety
How many food groups does the MyPlate model show?
6
5
4
3
Which choice best describes the vegetables component in healthy eating patterns?
Only dark-green vegetables recommended
Eat a "rainbow" of vegetables
Mostly starchy vegetables preferred
Raw vegetables required at meals
For fruits in a healthy eating pattern, what is emphasized?
Fruit juices over whole fruits
Dried fruits instead of fresh
Especially whole fruits
Canned fruits in heavy syrup
Which statement aligns with the grains recommendation?
Choose only refined grains daily
At least half whole grains
Avoid grains to reduce carbs
Whole grains only at breakfast
A student builds a dinner plate with grilled salmon, black beans, almonds, and eggs. How does this reflect the protein foods guidance?
Includes lean meats and plant proteins
Avoids seafood due to fat content
Relies only on animal proteins
Limits eggs to special occasions
Which dairy choice fits the guideline for healthy eating patterns?
Whole milk and aged cheese
Fat-free or low-fat yogurt
Cream-based desserts nightly
Butter as main dairy source
What is the recommended limit for saturated fat intake?
Under 10% of daily calories
Under 20% of daily calories
No specific percentage suggested
Only count animal-based sources
Where can you find recipes that incorporate healthy, well balanced, nutrient dense foods?
myrecipeplace.com
myplate@gmail.com
goodfood.gov
myplate.gov
Which health outcome is a primary benefit of following the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?
Lower risk of heart disease
Immediate weight loss overnight
Elimination of all illnesses
No need for physical activity
What is usually listed first on a nutrition label?
calories
serving size
nutrients
How many grams of carbohydrates are listed on this food label?
55
14
17
If I were to eat 1/2 cup of this food, how much cholesterol would I consume?
200g
55mg
6%
If I ate 21 pieces of this food, how many calories from fat would I receive?
90
150
10
How many grams of sugar are in one can of Mountain Dew?
46
60
18
How many calories from fat are in this Hershey Chocolate bar?
40
12
108
What is the serving size of Nature Valley Granola Bars?
1 bar
2 bars
6 bars
We should try to eat foods with high amounts of cholesterol and sodium.
True
False
What does %DV stand for?
percent of dietary value
percent of daily value
percent of dairy value
How many calories are in one cup of strawberries?
11
0
46
What is the main ingredient in Fruit Gushers?
sugar
grape juice
strawberries
Based on this food label, how many chips are in one serving of this bag of potato chips?
6
17
120
What is the main ingredient in this bowl of Cheerios?
sugar
canola oil
whole grain oats
According to this food label, will you get more Vitamin E or Iron from eating this food?
Vitamin E
Iron
