Nutrition & Wellness Quiz
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Other than health why is food important?
A. Important part of culture
B. Happiness and comfort
C. Helps create special memories
D. All of the above
Which nutrient is our body’s MAIN source of energy?
A. Protein
B. Carbohydrates
C. Fats
D. Water
How much of your plate should be lean protein?
A. A quarter
B. Half
C. The whole plate
How much of your plate should consist of fruits and vegetables when following the myplate recommendations?
A. All
B. Most
C. Half
Which of the following is considered the “bad fats” that we get from our food?
A. Saturated fats
B. Unsaturated fats
C. Trans fats
Which of the following is an example of a simple carbohydrate?
A. Whole wheat toast
B. Wild rice
C. Candy
True or False: We should strictly eat healthy foods.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
Which types of foods should we eat in moderation?
A. Fruits & Vegetables
B. Ultra-processed foods
C. Whole grains
How many essential nutrients are there?
A. 12
B. 5
C. 6
D. 8
When we think about health we should think about..
A. Sleep
B. Exercise
C. Eating healthy
D. All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a lean protein?
A. Steak
B. Chicken
C. Tofu
D. Fish
What are the 5 food groups according to the MyPlate method?
A. Protein, Carbohydrates, Vitamins, Minerals, Water
B. Protein, Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, Dairy
C. Protein, Fruits, Vegetables, Carbohydrates, Dairy
How many glasses of water should we eat a day?
A. 6-8 glasses a day
B. 2 glasses a day
C. 15 glasses a day
