Jul. 27--Have you taken a look at the government's food-guide pyramid lately? Here's a quiz to find out how much you remember about the recommendations for adults. This information is based on a 2,000-calorie daily diet.
1. Half of the grains you eat daily should be whole grains.
True or false?
2. Your goal should be 6 ounces of grains a day.
True or false?
3. Eat at least 2 1/2 cups of vegetables a day.
True or false?
4. One cup of fruit is recommended per day.
True or false?
5. Adults who are not lactose- sensitive need about two cups of milk or milk products a day.
True or false?
6. If you can't tolerate dairy products, lactose-free is a good substitute.
True or false?
7. An ample daily amount of protein for most adults is 5 1/2 ounces of lean meat, fish or poultry.
True or false?
8. For good health, you should be physically active for at least 30 minutes a day, most days of the week.
True or false?
Source: "American Dietetic Association Complete Food and Nutrition Guide; Revised & Updated 3rd Edition," by Roberta Larson Duyff (John Wiley & Sons, Inc., $24.95, 676 pages).
Answers: 1. True; 2. True; 3. True; 4. False. Two cups is the recommendation. 5. False. The recommendation is three cups. 6. True; 7. True; 8. True.
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