Meal Planning for Kids: Learn to Eat Healthy and Balanced

Question 1

Which of these foods is a good source of fiber?

Accepted Answer

Popcorn

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Ice cream

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Soda

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Candy

Question 2

What does it mean to practice moderation?

Accepted Answer

Eating a variety of foods in reasonable amounts

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Eating too much of every food

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Not eating enough food

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Only eating foods that you like

Question 3

Which of these fruits is a good source of vitamin C?

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Oranges

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Bananas

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Apples

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Grapes

Question 4

What is a food pyramid?

Accepted Answer

A guide to healthy eating

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A pyramid-shaped building

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A type of plant

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A math problem

Question 5

What is the best way to prepare a meal?

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With a variety of healthy foods

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With only foods that you like

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As quickly as possible

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Without washing your hands

Question 6

What's a good way to make sure you're eating healthy meals?

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Eat different types of foods from each food group.

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Eat only your favorite foods.

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Skip meals to save time.

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Eat snacks all day long.

Question 7

Which of these snacks is a healthy choice?

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Banana slices

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Potato chips

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Chocolate candy

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Soda

Question 8

What do proteins do in our bodies?

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Build and fix our bodies

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Give us energy

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Help us grow taller

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Keep us warm

Question 9

What's the healthiest way to cook fish?

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Baking it

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Frying it

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Boiling it

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microwaving it

Question 10

Where is the best place to store fresh vegetables?

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In the fridge

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In a warm pantry

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In a damp basement

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On the kitchen counter

Question 11

Which of these is a healthy choice for breakfast?

Accepted Answer

Yogurt with fruit

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A candy bar

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Fried chicken

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Soda

Question 12

Which food group gives us energy?

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Bread, pasta, and rice

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Broccoli and carrots

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Meat and fish

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Milk and yogurt

Question 13

What's a good source of calcium?

Accepted Answer

Cheese

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Peanut butter

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Soda

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Broccoli

Question 14

What's a helpful tip for meal planning?

Accepted Answer

Plan meals for the week ahead

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Eat out at restaurants every day

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Snack throughout the day

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Never cook at home

Question 15

When making a meal plan, what's the most important thing to consider?

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Having a variety of foods

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Making it look pretty

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Making it big enough to feed everyone

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Making it taste delicious

Question 16

Which type of food gives your body the power to move and play?

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Grains like bread, rice, and pasta

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Fruits and vegetables

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Milk and cheese

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Meat and beans

Question 17

What should you always do before you start eating?

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Wash your hands

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Put on your fanciest clothes

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Say thank you to the person who made the food

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Invite all your friends over

Question 18

Which of these is NOT a good choice for a healthy snack?

Accepted Answer

Potato chips

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Apple slices

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Yogurt

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Banana

Question 19

Which of these foods is a good source of something called calcium?

Accepted Answer

Milk

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Soda

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Candy

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Juice

Question 20

If you don't like the food that's being served, what's the best thing to do?

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Try a small bite

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Refuse to eat it

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Complain loudly

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Hide the food under the table

Question 21

What's a good idea to make planning meals easier?

Accepted Answer

Make a plan for the week's meals

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Order takeout every night

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Skip meals to save time

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Eat whatever you want whenever you want

Question 22

What's the top way to keep your body hydrated?

Accepted Answer

Drink lots of water

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Drink soda

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Drink juice

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Eat lots of fruits and vegetables

Question 23

Which of the choices below does NOT belong in a healthy meal?

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Candy

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Fruits and vegetables

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Lean protein

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Whole grains

Question 24

Why should we try to eat a variety of foods?

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To get all the nutrients our bodies need

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To keep our meals exciting

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To avoid getting sick of our food

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To show off to our friends

Question 25

Which of the following is a good choice for a healthy snack?

Accepted Answer

Fruit salad

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Chocolate bar

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Bag of potato chips

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Soda

Question 26

What is an example of a healthy breakfast?

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Oatmeal with fruit and nuts

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Donut and orange juice

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Pizza and soda

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Chips and salsa

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of eating healthy foods?

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More tooth decay

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Stronger bones and muscles

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Better sleep

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More energy

Question 28

What is a food group?

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A group of foods that provide similar nutrients

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A group of foods that you should eat every day

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A group of foods that you should avoid eating

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A group of foods that are all the same color

Question 29

Which choice is NOT included in the five main food groups?

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Sweets

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Fruits

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Vegetables

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Dairy

Question 30

What important nutrients are most commonly found in fruits and vegetables?

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Vitamins and minerals

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Carbohydrates

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Protein

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Fats

Question 31

What food is a good source of calcium?

Accepted Answer

Milk and yogurt

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Bread

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Apples

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Eggs

Question 32

What is the most important thing to think about when planning meals?

Accepted Answer

Having a variety of foods

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How much the meal costs

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How the meal tastes

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How easy the meal is to prepare

Question 33

Which of these snacks is the best choice?

Accepted Answer

Fruit salad

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Bag of potato chips

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Candy bar

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Popcorn

Question 34

What can happen if you don't eat enough fruits and vegetables?

Accepted Answer

Constipation

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Weight loss

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More energy

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Clearer skin

Question 35

What does the 'MyPlate' picture show us?

Accepted Answer

The different food groups and how much we should eat from each

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The best way to cook each food

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How many calories are in each food

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What foods are good for our allergies

Question 36

Which of these is NOT a good and healthy snack?

Accepted Answer

Candy bar

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Trail mix

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Apple slices with peanut butter

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Yogurt with berries

Question 37

Why is it important to eat lots of different foods?

Accepted Answer

To get all the good things our bodies need to be strong and healthy

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To make our meals more colorful

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To keep us from getting bored with the same foods

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To make us eat more

Question 38

Which amount is about the right amount of pasta to eat in one meal?

Accepted Answer

Half a cup

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Three cups

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One full cup

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Two cups

Question 39

What are some things to think about when planning a healthy meal?

Accepted Answer

Different kinds of foods, how much of each food, and how good it is for us

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How much it costs and if it's easy to find

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What we like to eat the most

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The color and shape of the food

Question 40

Why is drinking water important for our bodies?

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It helps us stay hydrated and keeps our bodies working the way they should

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It gives us energy

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It makes our food taste better

Question 41

What's a good thing about cooking meals at home?

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We get to choose the ingredients and how much of each we put in

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It costs more money

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It saves us time

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It's harder

Question 42

What is a food log?

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A list of everything we eat and drink throughout the day

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A list of healthy foods

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A tool for planning meals

Question 43

What does it mean when a meal is balanced?

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It includes foods from all food groups.

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It is large enough to fill you up.

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It is served at the right time of day.

Question 44

Which of the following food groups is a good source of fiber?

Accepted Answer

Fruits and vegetables

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Grains

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Dairy

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Meat and poultry