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Intro. to Nutrition Quiz
Introduction Quiz for FACS 7
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7th Grade
09/26/2013

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Are Americans eating more or less sweeteners than we did 30 yrs. ago?
Definition
more
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What is American's favorite drink?
Definition
Soda
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What are some foods or beverages, that we are eating less of.
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Whole milk, Beef
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What foods are we eating or drinking more of?
Definition
Fruits and Vegetables
Cheese!
Water
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Who are The Dietary Guidelines designed for?
Definition
Healthy people over the age of 2.
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Why should we eat a variety of foods?
Definition
Different foods give us different nutrients.
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According to Dietary Guidelines, our plate should be half...
Definition
Fruits and Vegetables
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What % of our grains should be whole grains?
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50%
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What is meant by the recommendation to balance food and physical activity?
Definition
Use the calories you take in through physical activity.
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What is in plant foods ( fruits, vetetables and grains) that aids digestion?
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Fiber
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What are lean cuts of meat?
Definition
Meats that are low in fat.
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What type of fats are found in animal fats, such as meat, cheese and whole milk?
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Saturated
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What type of milk is recommended by physicians and nutritionists?
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Skim and 1%
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What are SoFAS?
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Solid Fats and added sugars. Limit these
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How many minutes should children and teens be physically active most days
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60. Why?
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What is meant by "The Danger Zone"
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40-140 degrees. Why is it a problem?
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Describe how to wash you hands, when preparing food.
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20 seconds. Hot soapy water, rub hands, rinse well.
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What is cross-contamination?
Definition
Transferring bacteria from 1 food to another.
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What are 4 ways to keep your food safe to eat?
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-Wash hands and surfaces
-Seperate foods
-Cook to proper temps.
-Chill- refrigerate foods quickly
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Abbreviations for teaspoon
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t. and tsp.
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Abbreviations for tablespoon
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T. and tbsp.
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Abbreviation for cup
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c.
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Equivalents for 1 Tablespoon
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3 teaspoons
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Equivalents for 1 cup
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16 tablespoons
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Equivalents for 1 pound
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16 oz.
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Equivalents for 1 cup
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8 fluid ounces
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How many parts of "MyPlate" should be in a healthful breakfast?
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3
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What does the work nutrition mean?
Definition
The study of the foods we eat and how it works in the body.
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What are nutrient dense foods?
Definition
Foods that are high in nutrients compared to their calorie content.
Smoothies are nutrient dense. Soda is an empty calorie food.
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