According to MyPlate, which two food groups should make up half of your plate?
(1 point)
Responses
A. grains and fruits
B. fruits and vegetables
C. vegetables and proteins
D. protein and fruit
C. vegetables and proteins
A. 2 cups
According to MyPlate, the two food groups that should make up half of your plate are C. vegetables and proteins.
About how many cups of fruit does the USDA recommend eating each day?
(1 point)
Responses
A. 2 cups
B. 4 cups
C. 8 cups
D. 10 cups
Which food would be a poor nutritional choice to make from its food group?
(1 point)
Responses
A. apple pie – fruit
B. cheddar cheese – dairy
C. salmon – protein
D. sweet potato – vegetables
A. apple pie – fruit
Why does MyPlate plan suggest to choose skim or 1% milk over whole?
(1 point)
Responses
A. Skim and 1% have double the amount of calcium compared to whole.
B. Skim and 1% have the same amount of nutrients with less fat and calories.
C. Skim and 1% are less expensive and can be easily found in grocery stores.
D. Skim and 1% can be enjoyed by those who are lactose intolerant along with fortified
B. Skim and 1% have the same amount of nutrients with less fat and calories.
Which food group includes beans, peas, seafood, and eggs?
(1 point)
Responses
A. protein
B. grains
C. vegetables
D. dairy
To find the answer to this question, you can refer to the MyPlate guidelines provided by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). MyPlate is a visual representation of the different food groups and their recommended proportions on a plate.
To answer the question, you need to identify the two food groups that should make up half of your plate. According to MyPlate, these two food groups are vegetables and grains.
Therefore, the correct answer is option C: vegetables and grains.