How is your Nutrition Month going?

I'm having a blast!

Creating new and helpful resources for food and health educators is so fun. I want to share a new handout I made just for you— a Nutrition Month quiz! Check it out! It tests your basic knowledge and mindset.

Nutrition Month Quiz

1. True or false? Each one of us holds the tool to make healthier food choices.

A. True

B. False

2. According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, you should “Focus on _____” as you plan your eating pattern.

A. Calories

B. Trying new foods every day

C. Variety, nutrient density, and amount

D. Added sugars and saturated fat

3. Which of the following is not one of MyPlate’s food groups?

A. Protein

B. Fats/oils

C. Fruits

D. Grains

4. True or false? How much we eat is as important as what we eat.

A. True

B. False

5. Fill in the blank. Making small shifts in what you eat _____ add up over time.

A. Can

B. Cannot

Answers:

1. A. True. You have the power to change and improve your eating pattern.

2. C. Variety, nutrient density, and amount. These are the three keys to a healthful eating pattern. According to the guidelines, “To meet nutrient needs within calorie limits, choose a variety of nutrient-dense foods across and within all food groups in recommended amounts.”

3. B. Fats/oils. MyPlate comprises fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy. Although MyPlate addresses fats and oils, they do not get their own space on the plate graphic and are incorporated within the other food groups.

4. A. True. The Dietary Guidelines encourage Americans to control portions and make better eating choices.

5. A. Can. That’s right, those small shifts can make a huge impact. Plus, more minor shifts are more simple to sustain over time.

Click the image to download our quiz handout.