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WorksheetsHealthy Eating for Pre-Teens
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 16mins
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?
MyPlate Plan
Food Pyramid
Calorie Counter
Nutrition Facts Label
Healthy eating is important at every age. Which food groups should you eat a variety of every day?
Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy or fortified soy alternatives
Only fruits and vegetables
Only grains and protein foods
Only dairy products
Healthy eating is important at every age. What is one way to be active between homework and other activities?
Walk the dog
Watch TV
Eat snacks
Take a nap
Healthy eating is important at every age. What is a better option than most drink choices?
Water
Soda
Fruit drinks
Sports drinks
Healthy eating is important at every age. To build strong bones, you should get calcium and vitamin D from which of the following?
Fat-free or low-fat dairy milk, soy milk, yogurt, and sunshine
Candy and chips
Soda and fruit drinks
Bread and pasta
Healthy eating is important at every age. What is one way to get active in the kitchen?
Learn how to make a few dishes and include extra fruits and vegetables for added flavor and nutrients
Only eat pre-packaged meals
Avoid cooking at home
Skip fruits and vegetables in recipes
Calcium is a mineral that helps keep our bones and teeth strong.
True
False
Label the plate
The (a) essential nutrient is used to help build and repair tissues in the body, build muscles, and more.
Regulate many body functions such as fluid balance, muscle contraction and transmission of nerve impulses. Contribute to body structure and bones.
Although each (a) performs different functions in or body, they all work together and contribute to our good health.
Match the following
Fats
Oils, meat & dairy
Carbohydrates
Starches & sugars
Proteins
Meat, beans, eggs
Vitamins
A, K, B, C, D, E
Minerals
Whole grains, fruits, veggies
Match the following
CARBOHYDRATE
Gives the body energy
FAT
Helps our brains function
MINERAL
Makes bone strong
PROTEIN
Builds muscle
VITAMIN
Helps us see clearly
What nutrient does this job:
builds muscle tissue
protein
vitamin
carbohydrate
mineral
Substances in food that your body needs to carry out its normal functions are....
Vitamins
Water
Nutrients
Minerals
Elements in food that help your body work properly are...
