Understanding Food Groups and Portion Sizes

Why is it important to understand food groups and portion sizes?

• To achieve health goals and improve well-being

• To save money on groceries

• To avoid cooking altogether

• To impress friends with knowledge

Which of the following is a non-starchy vegetable?

• Potato

• Carrot

• Corn

• Peas

What is the recommended portion size for cooked non-starchy vegetables?

• Quarter cup

• Two cups

• Half a cup

• One cup

Which protein source is recommended for a healthier diet?

• Bacon

• Sausage

• Hot dogs

• Skinless chicken

What is the portion size for animal-based protein?

• Three ounces

• Five ounces

• One ounce

• Seven ounces

Which type of carbohydrate is recommended for a healthy diet?

• Sugary cereals

• Whole grain bread

• White bread

• White rice

What is the impact of carbohydrates on blood glucose?

• They have the biggest impact

• They lower blood glucose

• They have no impact

• They slightly increase blood glucose

Which type of fat is considered healthy?

• Hydrogenated fat

• Saturated fat

• Trans fat

• Unsaturated fat

What is the recommended serving size for milk?

• Half a cup

• One cup

• Two cups

• Three cups

How can you incorporate your favorite foods into a balanced diet?

• By balancing with lean proteins and vegetables

• By avoiding them completely

• By eating them every day

• By only eating them on weekends