Name 3 foods that would be eaten from the "red" part of the plate
grapes, berries, oranges, banana, mango, pineapple, apple, etc.
Name 3 foods that could be eaten from the "green" part of the plate?
carrots, broccoli, zucchini, peppers, onions, asparagus, etc.
Name 4 red fruits
apple, strawberry, cherries, raspberries, watermelon, cranberry, tomato, etc.
What food group is garlic from, which has benefits like boosting the immune system, reducing blood pressure, and improving cardiovascular health
vegetable
What is the only non-animal natural source of vitamin D? (which can build bones and keep them healthy)
mushrooms
garlic
coffee beans
strawberry
Name 5 types of cheeses, which is from the dairy group?
Swiss, American, Mozzarella, Gouda, Havarti, Monterey Jack, Brie, Cheddar, etc.
Broccoli contains twice the vitamin C of an orange? true or false?
true (Vitamin C supports the body's growth, development, and repair of tissues)
What is the name of the process where the body converts food into energy?
richabolism
nervabolism
metabolism
fastabolism
Name this vegetable? It has a high fiber content, rich antioxidant properties, and various vitamins and minerals
artichoke
What would you eat for more protein, a piece of chicken or a baked potato?
piece of chicken (approx. 38 g) and a baked potato has approx. 4 g.)
What food group is milk in?
Grains
Dairy
Meats
Vegetable
Name 3 foods that could be eaten from the "orange" part of the plate?
bread, rice, pasta, oatmeal, cereal grains, etc.
Name how all of the food groups can be incorporated into a taco?
GRAINS = taco shell, MEATS = chicken or steak, VEGGIE = lettuce, FRUIT = tomatoes, DAIRY = cheese or sour cream
Name a food source of healthy fats:
avocado, nuts, fatty fish, peanut butter, etc.
Which nutrient is the body’s primary source of energy?
eye ball fluid
fingernails
carbohydrates
fats
Which type of fat is found in fried foods and should be limited in your diet?
Monounsaturated Fats
Polyunsaturated Fats
Sumo fats
Trans fats
What is considered the highest calorie item in the modern diet?
sugary drinks/soda
slice of pizza
deli sandwich
microwave popcorn
An avocado has more than twice as much potassium as a banana? true or false
true (potassium helps maintain bodily functions, including muscle contraction, nerve function, and heart rate regulation)
Which is NOT a leafy vegetable?
spinach
kale
collard greens
asparagus
Name 3 foods that could be eaten from the "purple" part of the plate?
fish, steak, nuts, chicken, etc.
Name 4 green vegetables
spinach, asparagus, zucchini, broccoli, artichoke, lettuce, bell peppers, etc/
What is another name for a Sweet Potato?
yam
Name 4 types of onions?
red onions, green onions, leek, pearl onions, scallions, shallots, etc.
Name 4 types of nuts, which are a good source of healthy fats, protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals
almonds, cashews, peanuts, walnuts, pine nuts, hazelnuts, pistachios, etc.
What is the term for a diet that excludes all animal products?
Nonanimalism
Vegetarian
Lessmeatan
Vegan
Name how all of the food groups could be on a pizza?
GRAINS = pizza crust, MEATS = sausage or pepperoni, VEGGIE = onion/mushroom, FRUIT = tomatoes, DAIRY = cheese
Which nutrient is the body’s primary source of stored energy?
tongue
skin
hair
fat