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Eating for the Planet Quiz
Eating for the Planet Quiz
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Which food has the highest protein content per cooked cup?
The correct answer is lentils. For every cup of boiled lentils you eat, you get 17.9 grams of protein. And it can take as little as 15 minutes to cook them!
Which of these foods typically produces the most amount of greenhouse gas emissions?
The correct answer is beef. For every kilogram of beef produced, 99.48 kilograms of greenhouse gasses are produced. In contrast, other protein sources like tofu produce only 3.16 kg of greenhouse gases per kilogram.
Approximately what percentage of global deforestation is caused by clearing forests for farming and grazing?
The correct answer is nearly 90%. Agriculture and livestock require a lot of land, so forests are often completely demolished for agricultural expansion. Globally, more than half of razed forests are used for cropland while livestock area accounts for the other 40%.
Which plant-based food is particularly rich in omega-3 fatty acids?
The correct answer is chia seeds. Omega-3 fats, commonly found in fish, reduce heart disease risk, lower inflammation, and support brain health. One of the best plant-based sources of omega-3 fatty acids are chia seeds which contain 5,050 milligrams per 28 gram serving.
Which food is a good plant-based source of both protein and fiber?
The correct answer is chickpeas. Just one serving of chickpeas packs 13 grams of gut-friendly fiber and 15 grams of essential proteins. Adding a cup of chickpeas in hummus, roasted, smashed, or in salads will fill you up, support digestion, and help balance your blood sugar.
Which plant-based food is considered a complete protein, meaning it provides all the essential building blocks of protein your body needs?
The correct answer is soybeans. Found in tofu, tempeh, and edamame, soybeans contain all nine essential amino acids your body needs.
Which food requires the most water to produce?
The correct answer is beef. Among these choices, beef generally has the largest water footprint, since water goes into growing feed, keeping animals hydrated, and production. Choosing protein sources like lentils can require substantially less water.
Which of these foods is technically a seed, even though it’s commonly eaten like a grain?
The correct answer is quinoa. Although it’s cooked and eaten like a grain, quinoa is actually a seed. It’s also a nutritious plant food that provides protein and fiber, and minerals like iron and magnesium.
Healthy People is about making sure the food we eat supports our health - and the health of the planet.. What we eat, what’s in our food, and whether healthy options are accessible and affordable all shape our well-being. From eating more plant-based and minimally processed foods and reducing our reliance on animal agriculture to reducing exposure to harmful chemicals and plastics, building a healthier food system means making it easier for everyone to choose food that nourishes people without harming the planet. Read more about Healthy People and Earth Day 2027.
Healthy People is about making sure the food we eat supports our health - and the health of the planet.. What we eat, what’s in our food, and whether healthy options are accessible and affordable all shape our well-being. From eating more plant-based and minimally processed foods and reducing our reliance on animal agriculture to reducing exposure to harmful chemicals and plastics, building a healthier food system means making it easier for everyone to choose food that nourishes people without harming the planet. Read more about Healthy People and Earth Day 2027.
Healthy People is about making sure the food we eat supports our health - and the health of the planet.. What we eat, what’s in our food, and whether healthy options are accessible and affordable all shape our well-being. From eating more plant-based and minimally processed foods and reducing our reliance on animal agriculture to reducing exposure to harmful chemicals and plastics, building a healthier food system means making it easier for everyone to choose food that nourishes people without harming the planet. Read more about Healthy People and Earth Day 2027.