Food Choices Lesson 4

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Questions and Answers

Which of the following factors does NOT influence food choices?

Time of day (correct)

Personal taste

Age

Body size

What are the four food groups outlined in Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating?

Carbs, fats, proteins, sugars

Grain products, vegetables and fruit, milk products, meat and alternatives (correct)

Vegetables, fruits, proteins, artificial sweeteners

Fruits, dairy, grains, processed foods

Which of the following could least likely disrupt healthy eating habits?

Socializing with unhealthy snack options

Advertising promoting junk food

Peer pressure to consume fast food

Personal commitment to health (correct)

Why does Canada's Food Guide emphasize different needs among individuals?

Because of variations in lifestyle and demographics Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the article 'Free + Vice: Food FAQ'?

To provide examples of proper serving sizes and sample menus Signup and view all the answers

Which factor does NOT influence individual food choices?

Physical environment Signup and view all the answers

How can advertising impact eating habits?

It exaggerates food benefits. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of Canada's Food Guide regarding food choices?

It encourages eating a variety of foods. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect is essential for assessing nutritional needs for teenagers?

Considering individual activity levels. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about food habits is true?

Food habits can be shaped by social and cultural contexts. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key influences on a person's food choices?

Cultural traditions Signup and view all the answers

Which resource is considered one of the most important for understanding nutritional needs?

Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating Signup and view all the answers

How can advertising impact eating habits most significantly?

By influencing perceptions and desirability of certain foods Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is least likely to affect daily food intake decisions?

Seasonal weather Signup and view all the answers

What does the assessment scale for journal responses range from?

Undeveloped to Powerful Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about nutritional needs is true?

Nutritional needs can vary based on age and activity level. Signup and view all the answers

Which comfort food option is typically chosen based on emotional needs?

Cookies or ice cream Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an effective strategy for improving personal food choices?

Incorporating more diverse foods into the diet Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lesson 4: Food Choices

Eating habits are influenced by hunger, personal preferences, physical activity, family traditions, friends' choices, and body image concerns.
Advertising and media strongly influence food choices.
Understanding eating habits helps avoid negative health choices.
Evaluating food choices helps understand why some foods are attractive.
Strategies for positive food choices ensure health.
Individual food choices are examined, and their relationship to teens' nutritional needs.

Making Food Choices

Good nutrition contributes to a healthy lifestyle.
Various factors influence food choices, including preferences, dietary needs, emotional health, physical health, peer pressure, intellectual health, influence of advertising, and body image.

Nutritional Needs

Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating gives standards for achieving wellness and positive health.
The Food Guide is an eating plan with four food groups: grain products, vegetables and fruits, milk products, and meat and alternatives.
Daily serving amounts from each food group vary but need to be balanced.
Individual needs change with age, body size, activity level, and gender.

Free + Vice Food FAQ

Calcium is essential for bone growth and maintenance.
Bones need more than just calcium, with exercise and activities stimulating bone growth.
Low-fat milk products are good calcium sources.
Iron is needed to make haemoglobin within red blood cells which carry oxygen.
Vitamin C helps absorb and use iron (broccoli, oranges, papaya, tomatoes).
Fruits have sugar but also minerals, vitamins, and fibre.

Healthful Snacks

Snacks are part of a daily eating plan.
Choosing healthy snacks can meet daily nutrient needs.
Many snack foods are high in fat, sugar, and calories, so wise choices are needed.

Journal Entry

Reflect on how food factors influence personal choices.
List factors that influence eating decisions.
Assess journal entries using a scale (undeveloped, partial, adequate, interesting, powerful).
Share journal entries with a friend, parent, or other adults.
Learn how factors like food choices affect daily eating and health habits.

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Description

Explore the various factors that influence eating habits in this quiz based on Lesson 4. Understand the impact of hunger, preferences, and external influences like advertising on food choices. Learn how to evaluate food options in relation to teens' nutritional needs and Canada's Food Guide for a healthier lifestyle.