Nutrition for Kids: Learn About Healthy Eating Habits

Question 1

Which food is not part of the MyPlate food groups?

Accepted Answer

Cookies

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Apples

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Broccoli

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Brown rice

Question 2

Which vitamin helps our bones grow strong?

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Vitamin D

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Vitamin A

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Vitamin C

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Vitamin E

Question 3

Which of these is a good snack to eat?

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Fruit

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Candy

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Chips

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Cookies

Question 4

Which food group is our main source of protein?

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Meat

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Fruits

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Vegetables

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Grains

Question 5

Which snack is the healthiest choice?

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Fruit salad

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Candy bar

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Soda

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French fries

Question 6

What food group provides us with protein?

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Meat and beans

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Grains

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Fruits

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Vegetables

Question 7

Which of these foods is a good source of vitamins?

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Cabbage

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Cheese

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Pasta

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Cookies

Question 8

Is it important to drink plenty of water during the day?

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Yes

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No

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Only if you feel thirsty

Question 9

Which food is a good source of fiber?

Accepted Answer

Whole-wheat bread

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White bread

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Candy

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Butter

Question 10

Which food is the best source of protein?

Accepted Answer

Chicken

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Apple

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Banana

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Broccoli

Question 11

Which drink is a better choice?

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Water

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Soda

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Fruit juice

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Sports drink

Question 12

What does it mean to eat a balanced meal?

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Eating different foods from different food groups

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Eating only one food group

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Eating a lot of food every meal

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Eating mostly desserts

Question 13

Which food is not a healthy choice?

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Soda

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Fruits

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Vegetables

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Yogurt

Question 14

What is a good source of protein?

Accepted Answer

Lean meat

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Candy

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Soda

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Chips

Question 15

What is the difference between a calorie and a nutrient?

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Calories give us energy, while nutrients help our bodies grow and function.

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Nutrients give us energy, while calories help our bodies grow and function.

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Calories and nutrients are the same thing.

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Calories are only found in unhealthy foods.

Question 16

What is the most important thing to remember about healthy eating?

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To limit unhealthy foods.

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To eat whatever you want.

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To finish everything on your plate.

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To drink plenty of water.

Question 17

Which of these is NOT a main food group?

Accepted Answer

Snacks

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Fruits

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Vegetables

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Dairy

Question 18

Which of these foods is a whole grain?

Accepted Answer

Brown rice

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White bread

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Pasta

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Potato chips

Question 19

What does our body need carbohydrates for?

Accepted Answer

Energy

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Building bones

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Fixing tissues

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Storing food

Question 20

Why is it important to eat different foods?

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To get all the nutrients our bodies need

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To make our meals more fun

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To avoid getting bored

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To make sure we eat enough food

Question 21

What is NOT a benefit of eating healthy?

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Weight gain

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More energy

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Better sleep

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Improved mood

Question 22

Which of these foods is a good source of calcium?

Accepted Answer

Milk

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Chicken

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Apples

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Carrots

Question 23

Which of the following is a healthy snack?

Accepted Answer

Fruit

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Candy bar

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Soda

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Chips

Question 24

What does it mean to make healthy food choices?

Accepted Answer

Choosing foods that are good for our bodies

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Eating a lot of sweets

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Eating whatever you want

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Skipping meals

Question 25

How can you help your family and friends make healthier food choices?

Accepted Answer

Cook healthy meals together

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Tell them what to eat

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Hide healthy foods in their meals

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Ignore them when they make unhealthy choices

Question 26

Which food group provides your body with energy to play and run?

Accepted Answer

Grains

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Fruits

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Vegetables

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Meat

Question 27

Which of the following is a good choice for a healthy source of carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

Brown rice

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White bread

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Candy

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Soda

Question 28

Which of the following is a healthy breakfast option?

Accepted Answer

Cereal with milk and fruit

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Cookies and juice

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Chips and soda

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Candy bar and yogurt

Question 29

What is the primary nutrient that dairy products provide?

Accepted Answer

Calcium

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Vitamin C

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Iron

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Fiber

Question 30

How can we make sure our bodies are getting the nutrients they need?

Accepted Answer

Eat a variety of foods from all food groups

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Only eat our favorite foods

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Avoid fruits and vegetables

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Skip breakfast every day

Question 31

Which food group gives our bodies energy?

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Grains

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Fruits

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Vegetables

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Dairy

Question 32

Which food is NOT a good source of protein?

Accepted Answer

Pasta

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Beans

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Meat

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Eggs

Question 33

Why is it important to drink plenty of water?

Accepted Answer

For hydration

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To avoid cavities

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To aid digestion

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To get energy

Question 34

Which snack is not healthy?

Accepted Answer

Chips

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Fruit

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Yogurt

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Vegetables

Question 35

Is it okay to eat candy every day?

Accepted Answer

No

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Yes

Question 36

Should you make healthy food choices even when not at home?

Accepted Answer

Yes

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No

Question 37

Which of these is NOT a good thing that happens when you eat healthy food?

Accepted Answer

You get sick more often.

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You have more energy.

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Your teeth and bones get stronger.

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You lose weight.

Question 38

What food has lots of calcium?

Accepted Answer

Milk

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Candy

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Soda

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Chips

Question 39

What is a good snack for kids?

Accepted Answer

Apple slices with peanut butter

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Cookies and milk

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Soda and potato chips

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Candy bar

Question 40

What is a healthy breakfast choice?

Accepted Answer

Oatmeal with fruit and nuts

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Waffles with lots of syrup

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French fries

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Doughnuts

Question 41

To get your daily vitamins and minerals, it's best to:

Accepted Answer

Eat lots of fruits and vegetables

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Take supplements

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Eat processed foods

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Drink sugary drinks

Question 42

Which food group gives your body energy?

Accepted Answer

Carbohydrates

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Fruits

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Vegetables

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Dairy

Question 43

Which of these is NOT a healthy snack?

Accepted Answer

Potato chips

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Apple slices

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Carrot sticks

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Popcorn

Question 44

Which of these is important for strong and healthy bones?

Accepted Answer

Calcium

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Vitamin C

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Iron

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Protein

Question 45

Which of these foods helps build strong bones and teeth?

Accepted Answer

Milk

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Broccoli

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Apple

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Chicken

Question 46

Which of the following is NOT a healthy choice in a balanced meal?

Accepted Answer

Soda

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Fruit

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Vegetables

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Whole wheat bread

Question 47

Which of these nutrients gives us energy to move and play?

Accepted Answer

Carbohydrates

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Vitamins

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Proteins

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Minerals

Question 48

Why is fiber important for our bodies?

Accepted Answer

It helps keep our digestive system healthy

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It provides energy

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It strengthens bones

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It prevents heart disease

Question 49

Which of these ways is best to cook vegetables to keep their nutrients?

Accepted Answer

Steaming

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Boiling

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Frying

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Roasting

Question 50

Why is it helpful to read food labels when we go shopping?

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It shows us the ingredients and nutritional value of the food

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It tells us how the food was made

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It lets us know if the food is safe to eat

Question 51

Which of these foods is a good source of protein for our muscles?

Accepted Answer

Beans

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Orange

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Milk

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Rice

Question 52

Which type of fat is good for our heart?

Accepted Answer

Unsaturated fat

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Saturated fat

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Trans fat

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Cholesterol

Question 53

When our body does not have enough water, what color might our urine be?

Accepted Answer

Dark

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Light yellow

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Green

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Clear