Question

Which statement best describes the purpose of the

graphic feature in this document?


It helps show that planning a healthy meal is easy

It helps emphasize the importance of planning healthy
meals.

It shows the proportions of types of foods that make
balanced meal.

It shows further details about the health benefits of
mindful eating.

Answer 1

C. It shows the proportions of types of foods that make a balanced meal.

Step-by-step explanation:

At the beginning of this excerpt, we can notice that author's purpose is to give us some tips about a proportions of perfect meal, by taking into account our age, culture, tradition, economical situation, etc.

The author suggests to us how to make ideal proportions of our plate, by saying that half of our plate should be filled with fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and proteins. These ingredients make a balanced meal and we should use it when building a healthy diet. Based on these bullet points, we should be able to get information about the ideal proportions of a meal and make it easier to understand and implement it to our nutrition.

Answer 2

It shows the proportions of types of foods that make balanced meal.

Step-by-step explanation:

In the beginning of the excerpt the authors describes the factors that may influence the decision to choose healthy diet. The author then explains healthy meals tips. The healthy meal should contain fruits and vegetables, low fat dairy, variations in protein intake and portion of whole grains should be included in the diet. The author has tried to clearly explain the proportions and types of food that will make the balanced meal.