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Dietary fiber includes the parts of plant foods your body can’t digest or absorb and is classified as soluble, which dissolves in water, or insoluble, which does not. Consuming adequate amounts of dietary fiber not only aid in cholesterol management and digestive health, studies show that it also helps protect us against cancer, especially colorectal and breast cancer. Which of the following foods is the best source of soluble fiber?

Barley

Wheat bran

Green beans

Potatoes

The sources of sugar you choose have an impact on your health. What is the main difference between a naturally occurring sugar and added sugars?

Added sugars do not contain vitamins, minerals, or fiber. They provide “empty calories”

Naturally occurring sugars are complex carbohydrates and added sugars are simple carbohydrates

Naturally occurring sugars are converted into glucose and used for energy

There is no difference

Omega-3 fatty acids can improve your cardiovascular health and reduce inflammation. From the following foods, what is the best source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids?

Cold-water fatty fish

Avocados

Seafood

Olive oil

In 2010, approximately 133 billion pounds ($161 billion) of food was discarded. These numbers are shocking, especially when you consider that one in eight Americans struggle to put enough food on the table. What percent of food produced in the U.S. Is wasted?

10-20%

20-30%

30-40%

40-50%

Many health claims that we find regularly on food labels are not legally defined. Which of the following food claims is?

"Natural"

"Lightly Sweetened"

"Calorie Free"

"Healthy"

A diet that contains both pre- and probiotics helps promote a healthy immune system, supports weight management, and prevents digestive issues such as constipation or diarrhea. The following foods are dietary sources of probiotics except for…

Miso soup

Kimchi

Pickles

Soft cheese

Test your knowledge on dietary supplements. Which of the following statements about dietary supplements is true?

A daily dietary supplement is necessary in order to meet the recommended nutrient intake for vitamins and minerals.

Daily multivitamins should only be taken if you have a specific mineral or vitamin deficiency or a condition that increases your nutrient needs.

Daily multivitamins are not regulated and are therefore unsafe for consumption.

Nutrients are better absorbed from supplements because they contain the exact amounts you need to promote health.

A high-fiber diet can help reduce your risk of obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. How many grams of fiber should you consume per day?

25 to 30 grams per day

10 to 20 grams per day

40 to 50 grams per day

There is no recommendation for daily fiber consumption

Did you know that coconut oil is a good replacement for butter in baking as it stays solid at room temperature? What about the truth of the following statement? Coconut oil is a healthy alternative to olive oil.

True

False

A growing body of research suggests that bringing awareness to the experience of eating can aid in weight management, reduce consumption of processed foods, lower blood pressure, and alleviate chronic gastrointestinal issues. Mindful Eating means…

Noticing the colors, smells, flavors, and textures of our food

Learning to cope with guilt and anxiety about food

Giving yourself at least 20 minutes to eat a normal sized meal

All of the above

People who need to avoid gluten include those with celiac disease (a diagnosed autoimmune disorder) or who have a gluten sensitivity. The following foods contain gluten, except for…

Semolina

Farro

Oats

Rice

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