Healthy diet - Quiz
Healthy diet
  • 1. Which organization provides the 'Dietary Guidelines for Americans'?
A) World Cancer Research Fund
B) American Heart Association
C) American Institute for Cancer Research
D) United States Department of Agriculture
  • 2. How many healthy dietary patterns are recommended by the USDA for a 2000 kcal diet?
A) Four
B) Three
C) Two
D) Five
  • 3. Which of the following is considered a plant-based food mentioned in the text?
A) Red meat
B) Processed meat
C) Fast food
D) Legumes
  • 4. Which dietary pattern is specifically named as a USDA recommendation?
A) Healthy Mediterranean-style Pattern
B) Strict Vegan Pattern
C) Low-carb Paleo Pattern
D) High-protein Ketogenic Pattern
  • 5. What is one of the dual emphases of the USDA dietary guidelines?
A) Environmental sustainability
B) Increased sugar intake
C) Rapid weight loss
D) Economic growth
  • 6. According to the researchers, what type of diet has less environmental impact?
A) A diet high in animal-based foods
B) A diet high in processed foods
C) A diet higher in plant-based foods
D) A diet based primarily on sugary drinks
  • 7. Which organizations recommend a diet consisting mostly of unprocessed plant foods?
A) American Heart Association and World Cancer Research Fund
B) Only the American Institute for Cancer Research
C) Only the USDA
D) The Department of Education
  • 8. What kind of vegetables are recommended to provide protection against cancer?
A) Cruciferous vegetables
B) Fried vegetables
C) Canned vegetables
D) Starchy vegetables
  • 9. Which type of vegetable is mentioned as providing protection against cancer?
A) Root vegetables like potatoes
B) Leguminous vegetables like soy
C) Allium vegetables like garlic
D) Nightshade vegetables like eggplant
  • 10. Why is a diet with low energy density recommended?
A) It replaces the need for exercise
B) It may protect against weight gain
C) It makes food taste better
D) It increases caloric intake
  • 11. What is the recommended limit for added sugar for children per day?
A) 100 grams or less
B) 50 grams or less
C) 10 grams or less
D) 25 grams or less
  • 12. What is the recommendation for children under two years old regarding extra sugars?
A) Only natural fruit sugars
B) No extra sugars
C) Less than 25 grams
D) Less than 10 grams
  • 13. What is the recommended limit for soft drink consumption per week?
A) Less than three
B) Unlimited
C) Less than five
D) Less than one
  • 14. Regarding fat consumption, what is recommended to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease?
A) Eliminate all fat intake
B) Increase saturated fat intake
C) Decrease all fat intake
D) Increase monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats
  • 15. Which food group should be limited to improve health and longevity?
A) Fruits
B) Non-starchy vegetables
C) Whole grains
D) Red meat
  • 16. What color of fruit/vegetable is explicitly mentioned as part of a healthy diet?
A) Grey
B) Black
C) Purple
D) Brown
  • 17. According to the text, what should be avoided for better health?
A) Legumes
B) Whole grains
C) Nuts
D) Processed meats
  • 18. What specific cooking method is mentioned to provide cancer protection for tomatoes?
A) Fried in butter
B) Cooked with oil
C) Boiled in water
D) Raw with salt
  • 19. What is the benefit of reducing processed meat and sugary drinks?
A) Lowers vitamin intake
B) Promotes weight gain
C) Increases energy density
D) Improves health and longevity
  • 20. Which fats should be decreased to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease?
A) Monounsaturated fats
B) Polyunsaturated fats
C) Plant-based oils
D) Saturated fats
  • 21. What is the estimated percentage of deaths worldwide caused by insufficient fruit and vegetable consumption?
A) 5%
B) 10%
C) 2.8%
D) 0.5%
  • 22. Which of the following is listed as a potential contaminant that should be avoided in food?
A) Polyunsaturated fat
B) Iodine
C) Fiber
D) E. coli
  • 23. Which substance is mentioned by the WHO as a carcinogenic substance to be avoided?
A) Glucose
B) Legumes
C) Benzene
D) Iodine
  • 24. What specific health risk is associated with consuming less than 5 grams of salt per day?
A) Heavy metal poisoning
B) Diabetes
C) Cardiovascular disease
D) Vitamin deficiency
  • 25. What does a healthy diet provide to the body?
A) Unlimited energy
B) Processed food additives
C) Essential nutrition
D) Only carbohydrates
  • 26. Which nutrient is specifically mentioned as necessary for those following a vegan diet?
A) Protein
B) Vitamin B12
C) Vitamin C
D) Calcium
  • 27. Which region had the highest percentage of the population unable to afford a healthy diet in 2024?
A) Asia
B) Northern America
C) Africa
D) Oceania
  • 28. How many core principles of healthy diets are formulated by the FAO and WHO?
A) Four
B) Two
C) Six
D) Eight
  • 29. What percentage of women aged 15 to 49 consumed a minimally diverse diet in 2025?
A) 62.7%
B) 72%
C) 5.0%
D) 30.8%
  • 30. According to the text, what is a factor that drives preferences towards unhealthy foods?
A) Nutrition labels
B) Advertising
C) High food costs
D) Government guidelines
  • 31. What is a mandatory tool in some countries to help consumers choose foods based on health components?
A) Government brochures
B) Social media ads
C) Nutrition facts labels
D) Restaurant menus
  • 32. Which of the following is considered a source of healthy fats?
A) Coconut oil
B) Butter
C) Red meat
D) Nuts
  • 33. Where should the majority of protein come from, according to the HSPH?
A) Processed meats
B) Bacon
C) Red meat
D) Plant sources
  • 34. How should vitamins and minerals be obtained?
A) From artificially sweetened drinks
B) From food
C) They are produced by the body
D) Only from supplements
  • 35. Which food should be limited due to its saturated fat content?
A) Cheese
B) Whole grains
C) Fish
D) Beans
  • 36. What is the HSPH's stance on daily calorie percentages from healthy fat?
A) They do not set a maximum.
B) They suggest a limit of 30%.
C) They suggest a limit of 50%.
D) They suggest a limit of 10%.
  • 37. What is a recommended source of carbohydrates?
A) Sugared sodas
B) Highly processed foods
C) Whole grains
D) 100% fruit juice
  • 38. Besides diet, what else helps people with diabetes manage blood sugar?
A) Increasing sleep
B) Reducing water intake
C) Being active
D) Taking supplements
  • 39. What should people with diabetes increase in their diet according to the CDC?
A) Added sugars
B) Refined grains
C) Highly processed foods
D) Fiber
  • 40. What does DASH stand for in the context of the DASH diet?
A) Daily Actions for Sturdy Health
B) Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
C) Daily Amounts of Salt Handling
D) Dietary Advice for Systemic Health
  • 41. The DASH diet is rich in all the following nutrients except:
A) Potassium
B) Calcium
C) Magnesium
D) Sodium
  • 42. Which of these is NOT a grain that contains gluten?
A) Barley
B) Rye
C) Rice
D) Wheat
  • 43. What is the ketogenic diet used to treat in both adults and children?
A) Cardiovascular disease
B) Obesity
C) Epileptic seizures
D) Atherosclerosis
  • 44. How are processed and red meat associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk?
A) No association
B) Decreased risk
C) Increased risk
D) Neutral relationship
  • 45. What is the relationship between moderate intakes of poultry and cardiovascular disease risk?
A) Decreased risk
B) Increased risk
C) Neutral
D) Highly beneficial
  • 46. What is considered a potential way to influence health and lifespan beyond specific diseases?
A) Avoiding fruits and vegetables
B) Increased processed meat consumption
C) Caloric restriction
D) High glycemic index intake
  • 47. According to the FAO, what percentage of the world population could not afford a healthy diet in 2023?
A) 35.5%
B) 36.5%
C) 50%
D) 40%
  • 48. What percentage of the population in low-income countries is unable to afford a healthy diet?
A) 52.6 percent
B) 21.5 percent
C) 71.5 percent
D) 40 percent
  • 49. What percentage of women aged 15 to 49 years achieved minimum dietary diversity?
A) Three-quarters
B) Two-thirds
C) One-third
D) Half
  • 50. In low-income countries, how many people were unable to afford a healthy diet in 2024?
A) 464 million
B) 545 million
C) 791 million
D) 869 million
  • 51. What percentage of ischemic heart disease is estimated to be caused by unhealthy diets?
A) 31%
B) 19%
C) 73%
D) 11%
  • 52. What is the global ranking of unhealthy diet as a risk factor for disease?
A) 10th
B) 1st
C) 4th
D) 2nd
  • 53. What percentage of total quantified hidden costs of agrifood systems came from unhealthy diets in 2020?
A) 31%
B) 73%
C) 19%
D) 11%
  • 54. Which health condition is mentioned as a risk associated with vitamin and mineral deficiency in women?
A) Ischemic heart disease
B) Chronic fatigue
C) High blood pressure
D) Strokes
  • 55. What is the consequence of low vitamin and mineral intake for the offspring of women?
A) Higher productivity
B) Increased resistance to infections
C) Birth defects
D) Reduced weight
  • 56. What percentage of strokes are estimated to be caused by unhealthy diets?
A) 11%
B) 31%
C) 73%
D) 19%
  • 57. What is a common association found with the promotion of fad diets?
A) Celebrity endorsements
B) Peer-reviewed scientific literature
C) Government health organizations
D) Clinical research trials
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