health a - unit 5: nutrition and physical activity lessons 21-24
about how many people use snap benefits each month to buy food?
45 million
lesson 21
basic nutrition
which factors make unhealthy eating more likely? select all that apply.
being busy, because healthy foods take more time to prepare having a low income, because processed food is often cheaper than fruits and vegetables
while cooking dinner, kali comes across an oddly swollen can. she throws it away immediately. which microorganism was kali most likely worried about?
botulism
ainsley is trying to eat more vitamins and minerals. she checks the nutrition labels on two different brands of soup. brand a has 40 percent of the daily value of iron in a 2-cup serving. brand b has 30 percent of the daily value of iron in a 1-cup serving. ainsley plans to eat 3 cups of soup. which brand will give her more iron?
brand b has more iron in 3 cups of soup.
how can a person determine a serving size for a packaged food product?
by looking at the nutrition label
how can people determine the proper weight of a serving size for each meal?
by using a scale in the kitchen
which substances are micronutrients? select all that apply.
calcium vitamin c
in a balanced diet, which nutrient do people need to eat the most of each day?
carbohydrates
lesson 23
diet and effective eating habits
what would be the best dietary option for an athlete trying to build muscle?
eating a balanced diet with plenty of protein
healthy nutrition involves [blank].
eating a wide variety of foods
what is one thing to avoid when following the myplate guidelines?
eating entire large servings when eating out
how can a person take responsibility for eating healthy foods? select all that apply.
eating proper portions preparing portions in advance using a food scale in the kitchen
why do many people eat unhealthy foods? select all that apply.
eating unhealthy food saves time. many unhealthy foods are especially delicious. unhealthy food is often cheaper than healthful food.
overeating is caused by which of the following triggers? select all that apply.
eating when not hungry always cleaning your plate
lesson 22
food portions and meals
which program provides fruits and vegetables in elementary schools?
fresh fruit and vegetable program
which of the following are programs designed to help people get fresh, nutritious meals despite their financial means? select all that apply.
fresh fruit and vegetable program special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children
what are the food groups associated with the myplate diagram?
fruits, vegetables, proteins, whole grains, dairy
what food-handling techniques can prevent problems with salmonella? select all that apply.
fully cooking meat and eggs keeping raw meat away from other foods
which of the following are food groups? select all that apply.
grains meats, beans, and nuts milk and dairy products
arnie eats a bag of vinegar and salt potato chips every day after school. each bag contains several times the recommended daily allowance of sodium. how is arnie putting himself at risk for chronic disease?
he is potentially raising his blood pressure to a dangerous level.
which options do the 2015 dietary guidelines suggest limiting? select all that apply.
high sodium foods foods with trans fats foods with added sugars
erica is at a party where a delicious-looking cake is being served. when she is offered a slice, what should she do?
if she wants some cake, she should have one small slice.
how can poor nutritional choices affect reproductive health?
it can make a woman's period irregular.
what should a person do when eating out? select all that apply.
limit portion size take home leftovers attempt to eat from all food groups
what type of diet may lead to elevated cholesterol levels and heart disease?
low carb
which are healthy choices, according to myplate recommendations? select all that apply.
low-fat dairy lean meats
what are the two healthiest examples of the dairy food group? select all that apply.
low-fat milk low-fat yogurt
how can someone take more responsibility for eating healthy foods?
making healthy choices
which of the following are risk factors associated with developing heart disease later in life? select all that apply.
obesity high blood pressure high cholesterol levels
what is the recommended amount of physical activity for a teenager?
one hour daily
how many americans follow dietary guidelines?
one-fourth of americans
what part of the myplate meal plan should be filled by fruits and vegetables each day?
one-half
which statement about supplements is true?
people eating restricted diets may benefit from supplements.
lesson 24
physical activity and safety
which of the following groups requires the most folic acid in their diet?
pregnant women
what best defines the term food storage?
preserving food to consume it at a later time
a person following a vegetarian diet needs to find an alternative way to get enough of what nutrient?
protein
how does refrigeration slow down food spoilage?
refrigeration slows the growth of microorganisms.
what is an example of an aerobic physical activity?
running
what is one way that a school can engage with the community while also promoting student health?
starting a bike-to-school program
which statement about protein is true?
teenagers should eat about five to six ounces of protein each day.
which sources would provide reliable information about a new dietary supplement? select all that apply.
the us office of dietary supplements a nutrition researcher who has tested the product but does not sell it
which of the following are external barriers to physical activity? select all that apply.
there are no parks or community centers nearby. a community has no safe routes to walk or ride bicycles. a school does not offer sports or dance programs to all students.
which of the following is true of sports supplements?
they can cause unpleasant negative side effects.
which are characteristics of chronic diseases? select all that apply.
they include cancer and diabetes they can be treated with medication, but not cured.
how can people make sure that they are not eating too large a portion when choosing snacks? select all that apply.
they should measure the portions that they will eat. they should choose snacks that are high in dietary fiber.
which ingredients should be avoided when choosing healthy snacks? select all that apply.
trans fats high-fructose corn syrup
which of the following are triggers of eating for non-hunger reasons? select all that apply.
unsure of what to eat feeling bored or tired pressure from others to eat
which nutrition statements are factually correct? select all that apply.
vegans may benefit from nutritional supplements. micronutrients such as iron and zinc can be toxic in high doses.
which behaviors are examples of good food safety practices? select all that apply.
washing hands before preparing food keeping raw meat away from fruits and vegetables
which type of physical activity should one consult with a professional before trying?
weight training
when should someone be very wary about purchasing a fitness product?
when it claims to deliver results with no effort
what is the approximate proper serving size of meat?
a deck of playing cards
what is the correct definition of chronic disease?
a disease that occurs recurring, usually over long periods of time
a bag of chips lists a serving size of one chip, with 200 servings per package. advertisements announce that the product has only 2 grams of fat in each serving. why is this misleading?
a serving size of one chip is unrealistic.
which food would provide a serving of grains?
a slice of whole wheat bread
how long can cooked foods be safely left at room temperature?
about 2 hours
how long can leftovers safely be stored in the refrigerator?
about 4 days
how much protein should a person eat each day?
about 60 grams
what should comprise most of one's physical activity in a recommended workout routine?
aerobic exercise
which of the following are unhealthy eating habits? select all that apply.
always eating dessert eating when not hungry always cleaning your plate
which of the following is an example of a nutritional choice?
any food that you might pick to eat for a meal
what is moderation in eating?
avoiding excesses or extremes
