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- 3. food group includes animal- and plant-based foods like chicken, beef, beans, and so much more.
- 7. tasty food from the dairy group is made in many varieties and served alone or in other foods. It is rich in calcium and protein.
- 10. group of grains that are often eaten for breakfast is called __________.
- 11. choosing foods from the grains group, make half of them _____ to get more fiber.
- 13. may be richer in certain nutrients than cooked foods.
- 14. great way to preserve foods and keep them tasting fresh and healthy, but requires a very low temperature for storage. These foods are __________.
- 15. food group provides energy and fiber. It is served many different ways.
- 16. food group can be eaten raw or cooked and is rich in vitamins and minerals while low in calories.
- 18. sure you balance your choices in the protein group between _____ and animal sources.
- 20. food group that provides the most calcium in our diet.
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- 1. and vegetables have their distinctive ____due to presence of various phytochemicals.
- 2. protein group includes red meats, poultry, and what other important animal-based protein?
- 4. protein group includes beef, pork, lamb, and chicken. These are all ________-based proteins.
- 5. many cups of dairy are recommended for everyone except young children?
- 6. slice of bread is generally considered one ______. Our intake in the grain group is measured in these.
- 8. convenient way to preserve foods while maintaining the nutritive value and giving them a long shelf life. These foods are ________.
- 9. common vegetable is starchy and is prepared many ways. Common types are white, russet, red, and sweet.
- 12. group of fruits is high in vitamin C, usually round, and comes in different colors and flavors.
- 17. FAT/ When possible, choose ______ foods, especially from the dairy and protein groups.
- 19. food group has natural sugars and is rich in vitamins and minerals. Often peeled and eaten raw.