MyPlate and Physical Activity. MyPlate and Physical Activity. 100 points. Q: What are the five food groups?

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1 ADULTS ADULTS MyPlate and Physical Activity MyPlate and Physical Activity 100 points Q: What are the five food groups? A: Grains, Vegetables, Fruits, Dairy, and Protein

2 200 points Q: Give an example of a healthy versus less healthy choice (or everyday versus sometimes food) within the Fruits group. A: Any reasonable answer, such as apples versus apple pie. 300 points Q: How many minutes of physical activity does an adult need each week? A: At a minimum, 2 hours and 30 minutes.

3 Q: What are two benefits of physical activity? 400 points A: It helps prevent obesity, heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and osteoporosis. It increases muscle and bone strength. It helps improve mental health the chemicals released in the brain while exercising help to decrease depression and anxiety. It boosts energy and promotes sounds sleep. 500 points Q: Why is it important to eat a variety of foods from all the food groups? A: Eating a variety from the five foods groups helps everyone get all the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients they need to stay healthy and lower their risk for disease.

4 Fruits, ADULTS Fruits, ADULTS Vegetables, and Grains Vegetables, and Grains 100 points Q: At least this much of the grains you eat each day should be whole. A: Half.

5 200 points Q: Fruits, vegetables, and grains all provide this, which aids in digestion and helps us feel full. A: Fiber. 300 points Q: True or False: If a bread is brown, that means it is a whole grain. A: False.

6 400 points Q: Name three forms of fruits and vegetables. A: Fresh, frozen, canned, dried, or 100% juice. 500 points Q: You should choose canned vegetables that are low in this, and fruits that are canned in this. A: Salt, sodium; juice (or light syrup).

7 ADULTS ADULTS Dairy and Protein Dairy and Protein 100 points Q: Foods from the Dairy group are usually a good source of this. A: Calcium.

8 200 points Q: Give an example of a healthy versus less healthy choice (or an everyday versus sometimes food) within the Protein group. A: Any reasonable answer, such as roasted chicken versus fried chicken. 300 points Q: What are two examples of non-animal sources of protein? A: Beans, tofu, and peanut butter.

9 400 points Q: Why should we choose low-fat, fat-free, and lean foods from these groups? A: To limit the amount of saturated fat we eat, because eating saturated fats increases our risk for heart disease and stroke. 500 points Q: Name two foods that provide healthy fats. A: Nuts, fish, olive oil, soy, or avocado.

10 ADULTS ADULTS Keeping It Safe Keeping It Safe 100 points Q: We should wash our hands with soap and warm water for at least this long. A: 20 seconds.

11 200 points Q: True or False: It is okay to thaw frozen foods at room temperature or on the counter. A: False. 300 points Q: What is the safest way to pass a knife? A: Handle to handle.

12 400 points Q: The safest way to ensure that meat is fully cooked is to use this. A: Food thermometer. Q: What does a Sell by date indicate? 500 points A: Sell by dates indicate the last date the product should be sold. This doesn t mean the product is spoiled; it simply means it is not as fresh as products with a later date and it won t last as long.

13 ADULTS ADULTS Shopping Smart Shopping Smart 100 points Q: What should you always check to be sure you are getting the best deal? A: Unit price.

14 200 points Q: What can we use to compare products for nutrition? A: Food label or the Nutrition Facts panel. 300 points Q: True or False: End-of-aisle displays are always the best deal. A: False.

15 400 points Q: Name two ingredients you can stretch across several meals. A: Any reasonable answer. 500 points Q: Where in the store can you usually find basic, healthy ingredients? A: Around the perimeter.