The EWG

Question 1

Name the 8 Tips for healthy eating. [8]

Answer 1

-Base meals on starchy carbohydrates
-Eat 2x portions of fish a week. 1 x oily
-Eat at least 5 potions of fruit & veg
-Be active
-Eat breakfast
-Drink 6 to 8 glasses of water
-Eat less sugar and saturated fats
-Eat less salt

Question 2

What is the Eat Well Guide? [2]

Answer 2

It is what we should eat from each food group to achieve a healthy, balanced diet.
It is eaten over a period of time

Question 3

Name 3 tips for the Dairy section of the EWG. [3]

Answer 3

-Good sources of protein and calcium
-Fat soluble vitamins A, D, K
-Eat some everyday

Question 4

Name 3 tips. for the Fruit & Vegetables section of the EWG. [3]

Answer 4

-Should be over a 1/3rd of the diet
-Source of fibre, vitamins & minerals
-Aim for at least 5 portions

Question 5

Name 3 tips for the Beans, Pulses, Fish, Eggs, Meat + other proteins section of the EWG. [3]

Answer 5

-Good source of proteins
-Eat 2x portions of fish a week. 1 x oily
-Eat less red and processed meats

Question 6

Name 3 tips for the Potatoes, Bread, Rice, Pasta & Starchy Carbs section of the EWG. [3]

Answer 6

-Should be over a 1/3rd of the diet
-Good source of energy
-Provides vitamins & minerals

Question 7

Name 3 tips for the Fats & Oils section of the EWG. [3]

Answer 7

-Oils and spreads are included (butter is not)
-Consume less fat
-Choose low fat spreads

Question 8

Name 3 bits of advice for hydration. [3]

Answer 8

-6 to 8 glasses of water
-Limit fruit juice/smoothies to 150ml
-Avoid sugary drinks