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Nutrition and Activity Quiz
Are you living smart?

Check Yes or No next to each question, and see how you can keep living smart!

Yes No  
I eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables every day.
I eat at least 3 servings of whole-grain bread, rice, pasta, and cereal every day.
I drink reduced-fat or fat-free milk and yogurt, and I seldom eat high-fat cheeses.
I rarely eat processed and red meat like bacon, hot dogs, sausage, steak, ground beef, pork, or lamb.
I take it easy on high-calorie, baked goods such as pies, cakes, cookies, sweet rolls, and doughnuts.
I rarely add butter, margarine, oil, sour cream or mayonnaise to foods when I'm cooking or at the table.
I rarely (less than twice a week) eat fried foods.
I try to maintain a healthy weight
I get at least 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical on 5 or more days of the week.
I usually take the stairs instead of waiting for an elevator.
I try to spend most of my free time being active, instead of watching television or sitting at the computer.
I never, or only occasionally, drink alcohol.

 

 

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