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A Balanced Plate

Use the balanced plate concept to evaluate and plan healthy meals.

Module

Food, Digestion Basics & Healthy Habits

Age

Age 8

Duration

8 min

Questions

5

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  1. Question 1

    Multiple choice

    According to a balanced plate, which foods should fill the largest portion?

  2. Question 2

    Multiple choice

    What is wrong with a plate that only has chips and fizzy drink?

  3. Question 3

    Multiple choice

    Which addition would most improve this meal: pasta with butter?

  4. Question 4

    True or false

    A balanced plate should include foods from at least three or four different food groups.

  5. Question 5

    Matching

    Match each section of a balanced plate to the correct food group.

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