Food and Mood Try This Quiz
The answers to each of the 10 questions below can be found on the corresponding
Try this postcard or Try this poster
Q1 |
Water |
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Water removes toxins from the body and helps us to concentrate. How many glasses of water per day are we recommended to drink? |
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a) 1-2 |
b) 2-3 |
c) 4-6 |
d) 6-8 |
Q2 |
Caffeine |
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Too much caffeine can make us anxious, irritable and depressed. Which one of the following drinks contains caffeine? |
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a) mineral water |
b) herbal tea |
c) coffee |
d) fruit juice |
Q3 |
Carbohydrates |
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Foods that release their energy slowly can help to reduce tiredness or irritability. Which food is a slow energy-releasing food? |
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a) sugar |
b) white bread |
c) porridge oats |
d) white rice |
Q4 |
Protein |
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Food that is rich in protein is digested more slowly and can help you feel satisfied for longer. How many examples of protein-rich foods are shown in the kebab picture? |
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a) 7 |
b) 6 |
c) 5 |
d) 4 |
Q5 |
Essential fats |
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Omega-3 oils help your brain cells to function better. Which of the following is NOT a good source of omega-3 oils? |
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a) sardines |
b) hemp oil |
c) pilchards |
d) sunflower oil |
Q6 |
Additives |
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Eating some additives can affect behaviour and concentration in sensitive people, especially in children. Which additive is the odd one out? |
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a) monosodium glutamate |
b) tartrazine |
c) aspartame |
d) vitamin C |
Q7 |
Breakfast |
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Eating breakfast has been linked to better performance at school or work. Which action plan is most likely to help with mid-morning mood/energy dips? |
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a) to think about breakfast |
b) to talk about breakfast |
c) to eat some breakfast |
d) to skip breakfast |
Q8 |
Gut health |
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Some foods irritate the gut and some foods make it feel more comfortable. Which is the odd one out? |
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a) beans |
b) vegetables |
c) live yoghurt |
d) alcohol |
Q9 |
Fruit and veg |
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We are recommended to eat at least five portions per day of fruit and veg. About how much is one portion of fruit or veg for an adult? |
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a) a teaspoon |
b) a handful |
c) a plateful |
d) a shopping bag full |
Q10 |
Food intolerance |
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Food intolerance has been associated with feelings of depression and fatigue. Which is the odd one out? |
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a) pure water |
b) dairy |
c) yeast |
d) wheat |
ANSWERS
Q1: d Q2: c Q3: c Q4: a Q5: d Q6: d Q7: c Q8: d Q9: b Q10: a


