Understanding Portion Control for Healthy Eating
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What do serving sizes on food labels help you determine?

  • How much exercise is needed to burn off the calories
  • The number of servings you have consumed
  • The calories and nutrients you get from a specific quantity of food (correct)
  • The amount of sodium in the food
  • Why is it sometimes okay to eat more than the serving size listed on a package for vegetables?

  • Because they have very low nutritional value
  • Because they are high in calories
  • Because it is healthy and recommended (correct)
  • Because they contain excess sugar
  • How is MyPlate by the U.S. Department of Agriculture divided?

  • Into four sections with dairy on the side for the five food groups (correct)
  • Into two sections for proteins and fats
  • Into five sections representing different nutrients
  • Into three sections with fruits, vegetables, and grains
  • What visual cue can be used as a guide for portion sizes?

    <p>Your clenched fist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the concept of the 'divided plate' used for?

    <p>To allocate portions of different food groups on a plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do people today often eat more than they need to?

    <p>They have become accustomed to large portions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What health problems can result from consistently overeating?

    <p>Development of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the food industry tend to serve larger portions than necessary?

    <p>To promote customer satisfaction with bigger portions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to pay attention to serving sizes on food labels?

    <p>To learn about the recommended amount of food to eat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if people consistently eat more calories than their bodies can burn?

    <p>Increased risk of various medical problems like high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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