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Healthy Eating for Pre-Teens

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 16mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Healthy eating is important at every age. Which of the following is a tool you can use to learn what foods and what amounts are best for you?

a)

MyPlate Plan

b)

Food Pyramid

c)

Calorie Counter

d)

Nutrition Facts Label

2.

Healthy eating is important at every age. Which food groups should you eat a variety of every day?

a)

Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy or fortified soy alternatives

b)

Only fruits and vegetables

c)

Only grains and protein foods

d)

Only dairy products

3.

Healthy eating is important at every age. What is one way to be active between homework and other activities?

a)

Walk the dog

b)

Watch TV

c)

Eat snacks

d)

Take a nap

4.

Healthy eating is important at every age. What is a better option than most drink choices?

a)

Water

b)

Soda

c)

Fruit drinks

d)

Sports drinks

5.

Healthy eating is important at every age. To build strong bones, you should get calcium and vitamin D from which of the following?

a)

Fat-free or low-fat dairy milk, soy milk, yogurt, and sunshine

b)

Candy and chips

c)

Soda and fruit drinks

d)

Bread and pasta

6.

Healthy eating is important at every age. What is one way to get active in the kitchen?

a)

Learn how to make a few dishes and include extra fruits and vegetables for added flavor and nutrients

b)

Only eat pre-packaged meals

c)

Avoid cooking at home

d)

Skip fruits and vegetables in recipes

7.

Calcium is a mineral that helps keep our bones and teeth strong.

a)

True

b)

False

8.

Label the plate

9.

The ​ (a)   essential nutrient is used to help build and repair tissues in the body, build muscles, and more.

Choose from the below words
Proteins
Water
Fiber
Carbohydrates
Vitamins and Minerals
10.

Regulate many body functions such as fluid balance, muscle contraction and transmission of nerve impulses. Contribute to body structure and bones.

11.

Although each ​ (a)   performs different functions in or body, they all work together and contribute to our good health.

Choose from the below words
nutrient
function
source
12.

Match the following

a)

Fats

1.

Oils, meat & dairy

b)

Carbohydrates

2.

Starches & sugars

c)

Proteins

3.

Meat, beans, eggs

d)

Vitamins

4.

A, K, B, C, D, E

e)

Minerals

5.

Whole grains, fruits, veggies

13.

Match the following

a)

CARBOHYDRATE

1.

Gives the body energy

b)

FAT

2.

Helps our brains function

c)

MINERAL

3.

Makes bone strong

d)

PROTEIN

4.

Builds muscle

e)

VITAMIN

5.

Helps us see clearly

14.
Your nutrition affects your overall health.
a)
True
b)
False
15.
Your body only needs small amounts of ...
a)
proteins
b)
fruits
c)
grains
d)
fats
16.

What nutrient does this job:

builds muscle tissue

a)

protein

b)

vitamin

c)

carbohydrate

d)

mineral

17.
What food group does steak belong in on the plate?
a)
Grains
b)
Fruit
c)
Protein 
d)
Vegetables
18.
Which of the following is NOT one of the 7 nutrients?
a)
Protein
b)
Water
c)
Fruit & Veg
d)
Fibre
19.

Substances in food that your body needs to carry out its normal functions are....

a)

Vitamins

b)

Water

c)

Nutrients

d)

Minerals

20.

Elements in food that help your body work properly are...

a)
toxins
b)
vitamins
c)
nutrients
d)
minerals