Healthy Carbohydrate Food Sources Quiz
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What is a key consideration when looking for whole-grain bread?

  • The first ingredient being a whole grain (correct)
  • The brand of the bread
  • The presence of seeds in the bread
  • The color of the bread

    • Why is it suggested to choose beans over potatoes?

  • Potatoes promote weight gain, unlike beans (correct)
  • Potatoes are high in sodium, but beans are not
  • Beans are lower in carbohydrates than potatoes
  • Beans have more protein than potatoes

    • What makes whole fruit a better choice than fruit juice?

  • Whole fruit is lower in sugar than fruit juice
  • Whole fruit has more fiber and less sugar than fruit juice (correct)
  • Whole fruit is easier to digest than fruit juice
  • Whole fruit contains more vitamins than fruit juice

    • What is the role of carbohydrates in the body?

    <p>To provide the body with glucose for energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are unhealthier sources of carbohydrates mentioned in the text?

    <p>White bread and pastries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Healthy Eating Plate, how much of the plate should healthy carbohydrates occupy?

    <p>Half</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a good rule of thumb when choosing a cereal for breakfast according to the text?

    <p>Choose a cereal with at least 4 grams of fiber and less than 8 grams of sugar per serving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended first ingredient to look for in whole-grain bread?

    <p>Whole wheat flour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it suggested to choose whole fruit over fruit juice?

    <p>Whole fruit has more fiber and less sugar than fruit juice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are beans recommended over potatoes according to the text?

    <p>Potatoes promote weight gain, while beans provide slowly digested carbohydrates and protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of carbohydrates in the body?

    <p>Carbohydrates provide the body with glucose which is converted to energy used to support bodily functions and physical activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are unprocessed or minimally processed whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and beans considered healthier sources of carbohydrates?

    <p>They deliver vitamins, minerals, fiber, and important phytonutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a good rule of thumb when choosing a cereal for breakfast according to the text?

    <p>Choose a cereal that has at least 4 grams of fiber and less than 8 grams of sugar per serving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Healthy Eating Plate, how much of the plate should healthy carbohydrates occupy?

    <p>About one half of the plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

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