Understanding a Healthy Diet

The video tutorial explains that a diet is not just about losing weight but refers to an individual's overall eating pattern, including the types, amounts, and frequency of food consumed. A healthy diet provides necessary nutrients and maintains body weight, tailored to personal factors like age and activity level. The food pyramid suggests daily intake from five major food groups: grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and proteins. Specific dietary recommendations are given for a 13-year-old boy, highlighting the importance of balanced nutrition and adequate hydration with at least eight glasses of water daily.

What does the term 'diet' primarily refer to?

• A method to lose weight

• A person's overall eating pattern

• A list of foods to avoid

• A temporary eating plan

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences a person's diet?

• Activity level

• Height

• Gender

• Age

According to the food pyramid, which of these is a major food group?

• Beverages

• Grains

• Oils

• Sweets

For a 13-year-old boy who exercises, how many cups of vegetables are recommended daily?

• Three cups

• Two cups

• Four cups

• One cup

How many 8-ounce glasses of water should one drink daily to stay hydrated?

• Ten

• Eight

• Six

• Four