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Questions and Answers
Match the food with its MyPlate food group classification:
Match the food with its MyPlate food group classification:
Orange juice = Fruits Tomato juice = Vegetables Plain yogurt = Dairy Whole-wheat crackers = Grains Hard-cooked egg = Protein
Which of the following foods are sources of empty calories? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following foods are sources of empty calories? (Select all that apply)
- Whole wheat bread
- Regular soft drink (correct)
- Fatty meats such as hot dogs (correct)
- Leafy greens salad
Match the food with its corresponding household measurement for recommended portion size:
Match the food with its corresponding household measurement for recommended portion size:
1 oz Swiss cheese = 4 dice 1 small apple = 1 tennis ball 1 standard whole-grain bagel = 1 small yo-yo 1 cup ready-to-eat corn flakes cereal = 1 human fist
How many kcal did Carter consume by eating 4 oz of granola bars?
How many kcal did Carter consume by eating 4 oz of granola bars?
Match the type of food with the product that is allowed to have that nutrient content claim on its package label:
Match the type of food with the product that is allowed to have that nutrient content claim on its package label:
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, people should limit their added sugars intake to less than ____% of total daily calories.
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, people should limit their added sugars intake to less than ____% of total daily calories.
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, healthy people should limit their sodium intake to ______ mg per day.
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, healthy people should limit their sodium intake to ______ mg per day.
Rank the following foods from those that should be consumed in the highest amounts to foods consumed in the smallest amounts: Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish and seafood, poultry, meats.
Rank the following foods from those that should be consumed in the highest amounts to foods consumed in the smallest amounts: Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish and seafood, poultry, meats.
Which of the following groups of people may need to take vitamin and/or mineral supplements? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following groups of people may need to take vitamin and/or mineral supplements? (Select all that apply)
For men, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans defines moderate drinking as drinking no more than ___ alcoholic drinks per day.
For men, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans defines moderate drinking as drinking no more than ___ alcoholic drinks per day.
Estimate the approximate percentages of total kilocalories in a cookie that are contributed by fat, carbohydrate, and protein.
Estimate the approximate percentages of total kilocalories in a cookie that are contributed by fat, carbohydrate, and protein.
Study Notes
Food Classification
- Foods are classified into MyPlate groups: Fruits, Vegetables, Dairy, Grains, and Protein based on origin and nutrients.
- Examples:
- Fruits: orange juice
- Vegetables: tomato juice, romaine lettuce
- Dairy: plain yogurt
- Grains: whole-wheat crackers, steamed rice
- Protein: hard-cooked egg, tofu, sunflower seeds
Nutrient Density vs. Empty Calories
- Nutrient-dense foods are rich in nutrients relative to calories.
- Examples of empty calorie sources:
- Regular soft drinks
- Fatty meats (hot dogs, bacon)
- Sugary cereals
- Nutrient-dense examples include:
- Whole wheat bread
- Peanuts
- Leafy greens salad
- Low-fat yogurt
Portion Sizes
- Familiar measurements aid in understanding portion sizes:
- 4 dice = 1 oz Swiss cheese
- 1 tennis ball = 1 small apple
- 1 small yo-yo = 1 standard whole-grain bagel
- 1 human fist = 1 cup ready-to-eat corn flakes cereal
Caloric Calculation
- A single granola bar contains 5 grams of fat, 19 grams of carbohydrate, and 7 grams of protein.
- For 4 oz of granola bars, Carter consumed 600 kcal.
Nutrient Content Claims
- Legal definitions for nutrient claims are established:
- Low-calorie candy: 40 calories or less per serving
- Low-fat popcorn: 3 grams or less of fat per serving
- Reduced-fat crackers: less than 25% of the fat compared to the regular product
Dietary Guidelines
- Added sugars should be limited to less than 10% of total daily calories.
- Sodium intake for healthy individuals should be limited to 2300 mg per day.
Mediterranean Diet Pyramid
- Foods consumed most: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, olive oil, beans, nuts, legumes, herbs and spices.
- Moderate consumption: fish and seafood.
- Limited amounts: poultry, eggs, cheese, yogurt, and meats/sweets.
Supplement Recommendations
- Certain groups may benefit from vitamin/mineral supplements:
- Pregnant females
- Older adults
- Children with chronic diseases
Alcohol Consumption Guidelines
- For men, moderate drinking is defined as no more than 2 alcoholic drinks per day.
Oatmeal Cookie Nutrition
- Each oatmeal cookie approximately provides:
- 50% of calories from carbohydrates
- 43% from fat
- 7% from protein
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Test your knowledge of nutrition in Unit 3 with this flashcard quiz. The focus is on classifying various foods into their respective MyPlate food groups based on their origins and nutrients. It's a great way to reinforce your learning about healthy eating!
