Modified True or False. Write TRUE if the statement is correct. If it is FALSE, change the underlined word/s to
make the statement correct.
1.Adolescents can achieve their energy and nutrient requirements by eating a variety of foods daily. False
2. Eating regular meals will keep the body fueled by energy needed for the day.
3. Too much sweets and dessert can aggravate skin problems like pimples. True
4. The Food Pyramid will guide you on how many servings from each food group is recommended daily.
5. There are eight food groups in the Food Guide Pyramid.
6. The serving requirements of each individual depend on age, sex, size, and activity level.
7. The growth during adolescence creates decreased demand for energy and nutrients.
8. Due to your rapid growth and development at this stage, you have a lesser need for certain nutrients, such
as calcium, iron, protein, and energy foods.
9. Adolescence is one of the fastest growth periods in a person's life.
10. Good dietary guidance has three important elements: pyramids, plates and real food.
11. Healthy eating is important for proper growth and development.
12. Eating a wide variety of foods in moderation is a good practice.
13. Following the Food Guide Pyramid and the Nutritional guidelines for Filipinos will make it easier for anyone
to have a balanced, healthful diet daily.
14. Two (2) tablespoons (Tbsp) is about 2 times the size of the tip of your thumb (from the last crease).
15. As an adolescent, your total nutrient needs are higher at this stage than at any other stage in your
lifecycle.​