A Balanced Lunch
Age 9 · Daily Life
Open to everyone until Tuesday, October 27
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A balanced meal brings together foods from different groups. When vegetables, grains, protein food, a dairy food and water all show up, your body gets what it needs.
In the picture
- Green beans and carrot sticks: vegetables
- Mound of rice: cereals and starches
- Piece of grilled fish: a protein food
- Small pot of yogurt: a dairy food
Examples
- Breakfast with bread, cheese, an orange and a glass of milk
- Dinner with rice, green beans, an egg and a glass of water
Key takeaways
- Each food group gives your body something different, so mixing them helps you grow and stay well.
- Water is the best everyday drink with a meal.
Quiz: A Balanced Lunch (Age 9)
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What makes a meal balanced?
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Which of these is a protein food?
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What is the best everyday drink with a meal?
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