myplate quizzes

Which of these is a calcium option for people who are lactose intolerant?

lactose-free milk, calcium-fortified soy milk, yogurt and some cheeses, kale and collard greens

Carrots, onions, and sweet potatoes are all vegetables and are what part of a plant?

root

Foods in the Protein Foods Group provide protein, but which of these foods from that group is also a source of calcium?

sardines

Which of the following counts as part of the Fruit Group?

canned peaches, dried apricots, 100% orange juice, fresh strawberries

Which of these is a subgroup of vegetables?

dark-green

Potassium is a nutrient that many Americans don't get enough of. Which of the following is a good fruit source of this mineral known to help regulate blood pressure?

dried apricots, banana, orange juice

Adults do not need foods from the Dairy Group, only growing children and athletes do.

false

All adults need the same amount of food from the Protein Foods Group.

false

All products made from milk are part of the Dairy Group.

false

Many people do not eat the recommended amount of whole grains. To eat more whole grain foods, you should just add more of them to what you already eat.

false

Milk is the only food that contains calcium.

false

The Grains Group could also be called the Carbohydrate Group because all foods that contain carbohydrates are in the Grains Group.

false

You should only eat raw vegetables because if you cook vegetables, all of the vitamins are "cooked away."

false

What type of milk is recommended for adults?

fat-free, skim

Which of these nutrients can you get from eating whole fruit that is not usually found in juice?

fiber

Fruits are sources of which of the following?

folate

Refined grains are grains that have been milled, a process that removes the bran and germ. This is done to give grains a finer texture and improve their shelf life, but it also removes dietary fiber, iron, and many B vitamins. Which of these foods is a refined grain?

white rice

What is the best way to know that the bread you are buying is a whole-grain bread?

Any ingredient includes the word "whole."

Folate (from foods such as spinach and black-eyed peas) and folic acid (from fortified foods such as enriched grains and from supplements) are especially important for which of the following groups?

women of childbearing age

Which of these foods is a source of vitamin C?

oranges, pineapples, strawberries

What important mineral is found in all foods in the Dairy Group?

calcium

What is the name of the sugar found naturally in milk?

lactose

Any food made from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley, or another cereal grain is in the Grains Group.

true

Which of these dairy products contains a healthy bacteria (also called "probiotics")?

yogurt

What do fruits have that make them sweet?

fructose

How many cup-equivalents from foods in the Dairy Group are recommended for adults each day?

3 cups

Which food is a vegetarian choice in the Protein Foods Group?

Hummus (made with chick peas), Sesame seeds, Peanut butter, Black bean veggie burgers

Fiber found in fruit is associated with which of the following health outcomes?

Maintaining proper bowel function

Nuts and seeds are good sources of what?

Protein, Dietary fiber, Minerals, Vitamin E

What color vegetable should you eat the most?

a variety of colors

What is the most common food from the Grain Group eaten in the United States?

bread

Should you wash or rinse raw meat or poultry before you cook it?

no

What type of milk is recommended for infants less than 6 months old?

none of the milks listed (should get nutrients from breast milk or formula)

About how much of the grains you eat should be whole grains?

one half

About how much of your plate should be fruits and vegetables?

one half

Which of these grain products is available in both refined and whole grain varieties?

pasta, bread, cornbread, crackers

Which of these foods is actually a fruit in plant biology?

pepper

Which of these foods is actually a fruit in plant biology?

tomatoes

Eat seafood in place of meat or poultry twice a week.

true

Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables as part of an overall healthy diet may protect against certain types of cancer.

true

Eating a diet with lots of vegetables and fruit is good for you.

true

Most Americans get enough protein in their diets.

true

Protein Foods can contribute to sodium intake.

true

What food group are beans and peas counted in?

vegetable group and the protein group.

What vitamin gives carrots and sweet potatoes their orange color?

vitamin A