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Kids' Nutrition

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  • What nutrient is in whole grains that keeps us fuller for longer?
    Fiber!
  • What fruit are raisins made from?
    Grapes!
  • How can you make a serving of chocolate milk less sugary?
    Dilute it with regular milk, drink half, make it yourself at home, other answers can work too!
  • What kind of milk contains the least amount of fat?
    fat free or skim milk
  • What percent juice should you look for in the supermarket?
    100%
  • How many minutes should kids be active each day?
    60 minutes (1 hour)
  • Which of these foods are in the protein group? Beans, broccoli, chicken, potatoes
    Beans and chicken
  • True of false: Your energy comes from the food you eat.
    True - Calories provide you with energy!
  • Is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable? Why?
    Fruit! It has seeds.
  • Why is breakfast important?
    It give you energy, it kick starts your metabolism for the day, it keeps you from being really hungry later, it helps you focus
  • What does protein help your body build?
    Muscles
  • What is the equation to find teaspoons of sugar in your drink?
    Grams of sugar divided by 4
  • Why is it important to have a serving of dairy?
    Strong bones (and teeth!)
  • Give me an example of a nutritious after school snack. (Please include at least 2 food groups.)
    Any correct answer goes!
  • Name 3 things you can do to be active
    Anything correct goes!
  • Give me an example of a plate with at least 3 food groups.
    Any correct answer goes!
  • What are some benefits of eating breakfast?
    Energy, focus in school, jump start metabolism, not be too hungry all day, etc.
  • Name of good alternative to a sugary dessert.
    Yogurt parfait, fruit salad, smoothie
  • What is the bear claw and what does it look like?
    I way to cut to avoid injuring yourself.
  • How much of your plate should fruits and vegetables take up?
    Half