Food Pyramids and Nutrition Quiz

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What should you always choose when considering grain foods?

Cakes or biscuits high in added sugar, fat, and sodium
Wholegrain and/or high fiber varieties (correct)
Refined grain products
High fiber varieties

Which food group is an excellent source of calcium and important for strong, healthy bones?

Dairy (Milk and milk products) (correct)
Grain foods
Lean meats and poultry, fish, eggs, nuts and seeds
Fruit

Which food component builds, maintains, and repairs the tissues in our body?

Vitamins
Dietary fiber
Protein (correct)
Minerals

What should make up a large part of your daily food intake and should be encouraged at every meal?

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Which part of the food label tells you the size of a single serving and the total number of servings per container?

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Best grain choice?

Whole grains and high fiber varieties are the best choices when selecting grain foods.

Strong bones source?

Dairy foods like milk and yogurt are rich in calcium, which is essential for strong bones and teeth.

Tissue builder?

Protein is a vital nutrient that helps build, maintain, and repair tissues in our body.

Essential daily intake?

Vegetables, legumes, and beans should be a significant part of your daily diet and included at every meal.

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Serving information?

The serving information on the food label helps you understand the size of a single serving and how many servings are in the container.

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Study Notes

Making Healthy Food Choices

When considering grain foods, always choose whole grains.
Dairy foods, a part of the Milk and Milk Products food group, are an excellent source of calcium and important for strong, healthy bones.
Protein, a key nutrient, builds, maintains, and repairs the tissues in our body.
Fruits and vegetables should make up a large part of your daily food intake and should be encouraged at every meal.
The Nutrition Facts panel on the food label tells you the size of a single serving and the total number of servings per container.

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Test your knowledge about food pyramids, serving recommendations, and the five basic food groups including dairy, fruit, grains, and more. Learn about the importance of each group in maintaining a healthy diet.