Healthy Eating Quiz for Kids

What is your name?

Which of the following is a healthy eating habit?

• Skipping breakfast

• Eating a variety of foods

• Eating only sweets

• Drinking soda with every meal

Which food group should make up the largest portion of your plate according to MyPlate guidelines?

• Fruits

• Vegetables

• Grains

• Protein

What is the main benefit of eating foods from all five food groups?

• It makes meals more colorful

• It ensures a balanced intake of nutrients

• It helps you eat more

• It makes food taste better

Which of the following is NOT a food group in MyPlate?

• Dairy

• Protein

• Sweets

• Grains

How can you tell if a meal is balanced?

• It includes foods from all five food groups

• It is all one color

• It is only made of fruits

• It is only made of grains

What should you look for first on a nutrition label?

• Calories

• Serving size

• Ingredients

• Expiration date

Which of these is a good source of protein?

• Bread

• Chicken

• Apple

• Carrot

Why is it important to read nutrition labels?

• To know how much the food costs

• To understand the nutritional value of the food

• To see the color of the packaging

• To find out where the food was made

Which of the following is a whole grain?

• White rice

• Brown rice

• White bread

• Cake