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What do serving sizes on food labels help you determine?
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?
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?
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?
What visual cue can be used as a guide for portion sizes?
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What is the concept of the 'divided plate' used for?
What is the concept of the 'divided plate' used for?
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Why do people today often eat more than they need to?
Why do people today often eat more than they need to?
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What health problems can result from consistently overeating?
What health problems can result from consistently overeating?
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Why does the food industry tend to serve larger portions than necessary?
Why does the food industry tend to serve larger portions than necessary?
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Why is it important to pay attention to serving sizes on food labels?
Why is it important to pay attention to serving sizes on food labels?
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What can happen if people consistently eat more calories than their bodies can burn?
What can happen if people consistently eat more calories than their bodies can burn?
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