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.

Last Medical Review: 05/17/2011
Last Revised: 05/17/2011