Five Food Groups

How many food groups are there?

• 1

• 3

• 5

• 15

Which of the following are food groups? Check all that apply.

• Grains

• Fruit

• Vegetables

• Candy

• Dairy

What type of vegetables should you eat fewer of?

• green

• starchy

• red and orange

• beans and peas

How much vegetables should you eat each day?

• 1 piece

• 1 cup

• 1 ½ cups

• 1 lb

Fruits are sources of many important nutrients, such as:

(check all that apply)

• fiber

• vitamin c

• potassium

• vitamin a

Why is fiber important?

• It keeps you feeling fuller longer.

• It heals wounds.

• It keeps your mouth healthy.

• It helps maintain healthy blood pressure.

What type of grains should you eat more of?

• Whole Grains

• Refined Grains

Which food group do these foods belong to?

oatmeal, popcorn, crackers, and noodles

• fruits

• vegetables

• grains

• fats

Which food group acts like building blocks for bones?

• fruits

• dairy

• grains

• proteins

Which of the following is NOT a protein?

• eggs

• tofu

• octopus

• grits