Eatwell Guide Quiz

How much fibre are adults recommended to consume per day?

• 10 grams

• 19 grams

• 25 grams

• 30 grams

Which one of the following food groups is not essential for health? 

• Oils and spreads

• Foods high in fat, salt and sugar

• Potatoes, bread, rice, pasta and other starchy carbohydrates

• Dairy and alternatives

Answer explanation

These foods are not needed in the diet. If they are included, have infrequently and in small amounts.

If you consume these foods and drinks often, try to limit their consumption so you have them less often and in smaller amounts. Food and drinks high in fat and sugar contain lots of energy, particularly when you have large servings.

Check the label and avoid foods which are high in fat,

salt and sugar!

How many portions of fish are we recommended to consume per week?

• 0 portions

• 1 portion

• 2 portions, one of which should be oily

• 4 portions, two of which should be oily

Which of the following counts as 1 of your 5-A-DAY?

• Strawberry jam

• Fruit/vegetable juice or smoothies (150ml)

• Potatoes

• All of the above

Answer explanation

Strawberry jam may be made of strawberries, but it is full of sugar. Potatoes are a type of vegetable, but they are classified as a starchy food so don't count as one of your 5 a day.

How much fluid should you aim to consume per day?

• 1-3 glasses

• 4-6 glasses

• 6-8 glasses

• As much as you can

Which of the following would help increase your fibre intake?

• Increasing consumption of whole grains

• Choosing a high fibre breakfast cereal

• Eating more fruit and vegetables

• All of the above

True or false? Children under 2 should not drink low fat milk.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Do not give skimmed or 1% fat milk as a drink to children under 5 years old. It does not contain enough calories and other important nutrients for young children.