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Processed foods make up more than 50% of the American diet. However, many people don't know the actual serving size of these popular foods. Do you think you can figure out these serving sizes? Take this quiz to find out.
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Four slices
1/2 slice
1 pound
One slice
How did the sandwich come to be? A British statesman, John Mantagu, is said to have thought of the sandwich. It came as a solution for him to stay at his gaming table for dinner.
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Five Tablespoons
One Tablespoon
Although ketchup is thought of as being an American icon, the name comes from Chinese. Kê-tsiap is the Chinese word for a type of fish sauce.
Two cups
1/3 Teaspoon
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1/2 cup
What are Ben and Jerry's most popular flavors? In 2015, Half Baked, Cherry Garcia and Chocolate Fudge Brownie were the top three flavors.
One pint
One quart
One Tablespoon
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Two cups
3/4 cup
Basmati rice is popular in Indian cuisine. It comes from India and its' surrounding areas. Biryani is a popular south Asian dish made of basmati rice, vegetables and a meat -- such as lamb or chicken.
One teaspoon
Four cups
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Five oz
1/2 bag
One oz
Lays Potato Chips first started in the U.S. in 1932. When they first began, Fritos and Lays chips were made by different companies. They later partnered to make Frito-Lay Inc.
Three chips
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1 liter
1/2 liter
3 fl. oz
7.5 fl. oz
Coca-cola cost only a nickel per glass when it was first sold! Now some can sell a can for up to $1.
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
3 small cans
1 teaspoon
2.8 oz
Starkist Tuna can be used in many recipes. Tuna fish salad, tuna sandwich, and tuna casserole are just a few ideas!
5 oz
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
8.9 oz
Where did ravioli start? In Italy, specifically in the Lombardia region. Ravioli was first called raviolo, and there are documents about it dating back to the 1200s.
20 oz
2 oz
4.5 oz
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
3.5 oz
1 cup
2 cups
2 oz
Spaghetti is another famous Italian food that's become popular around the world. Did you know the word 'spaghetti' is the plural of 'spago', which means 'thin string'?
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
2.2 oz
Macaroni is yet other Italian food that became popular, if not a staple, in the U.S. Macaroni can take various shapes. For example, Kraft makes 'kid-friendly' macaroni that is shaped like Spongebob Squarepants.
1 box
1 cup
5.8 oz
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
4.3 oz
2.2 oz
Mission makes corn tortillas for those who prefer a shell without flour. Corn tortillas are generally smaller in size, and can be made of white corn or yellow corn.
3 tortillas
2.75 tortillas
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1 cup
1/3 teaspoon
0.2 oz
Why is kosher salt 'kosher'? The name began when people used this type of salt to kosher meat. Kosher salt is typically grainier than table salt, and can be difficult to measure, which is why most cookbooks and recipes use table salt as the standard.
1 oz
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
5 oz
3 oz
Couscous originated in North Africa, and is very popular in this region's dishes. It is simple to make -- just boil water, add salt and butter or oil if desired, then add couscous. It will cook quickly; fluff with a fork and it is ready to serve.
1 cup
1.5 Tablespoons
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
One Tablespoon
What could you do with grape jelly besides spreading it on toast? Blend it in a smoothie, use it in a dessert, add it to a yogurt parfait, or even spread it on barbecued ribs!
1 jar
2 cups
1.2 cups
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1/2 can
1/3 can
1/2 cup
Bush's baked beans are a classic staple for camping trips. What makes these beans so tasty? Could be the spices; there's garlic, turmeric, paprika and mustard seed in each can of beans.
2.5 cups
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Three Pieces
One Piece
Hostess makes these infamous treats that are cylinder shaped sponge cakes filled with cream. Ice cream lovers watch out- there is now Twinkies-flavored ice cream!
1/3 Piece
3 Packages
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Three slices
2 oz
One Slice
Kraft cheese singles are cheese slices cut and packaged into single slices for convenience. The slices are American cheese, which has some similarities to cheddar cheese.
1.3 oz
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
One cup
Cheerios has a flavor for all tastes- honey nut, multi-grain, frosted, cinnamon, chocolate and banana nut. A good option for those on gluten-free diets, since Cheerios are naturally gluten free.
1/2 cup
3.4 oz
1/4 box
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
3 cups
10 oz
8.3 oz
6 oz
Are you trying to eat healthy on-the-go? Yogurt is a healthy breakfast or snack option for you!
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Three cups
1/3 cup
One cup
Did you know that Kemps makes milk in egg nog, banana and chocolate flavors? They also make lactose-free milk.
2 Tablespoons
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1/3 pizza
1/6 pizza
Frozen pizzas now come with all kinds of toppings; cheesy crusts, bacon and cheese stuffed crusts, spinach and garlic, mozzarella, vegetable, pepperoni and more!
1/8 pizza
2 oz
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
2 slices
Bacon! Who doesn't get excited when they hear bacon sizzle on a frying pan?
4 slices
5 oz
1 oz
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
2 cans
1 can
One Cup
Has a cold ever gotten you down? Next time, try some chicken noodle soup! It's healing powers can soothe a sore throat and leave you feeling less congested.
1.5 cups
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1.5 oz
1 oz.
Also known as goat cheese, chevre is popular for those allergic to cheese made from cow's milk, and for anyone who enjoys its taste. Serve it with red or white wine, green apples, beets and French bread. Yum!
3 cups
3 oz
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Three Tablespoons
Three teaspoons
1/2 cup
Two Tablespoons
For those wanting to venture to new bbq flavors, Sweet Baby Ray's has it all! Try any of these flavors to spice up your ribs: honey, hickory and brown sugar, sweet 'n spicy, Hawaiian, sweet golden mustard and more.
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1/2 cup
1 oz
Two Tablespoons
Do you know how it takes approximately 540 peanuts to make a 12 oz. jar of peanut butter? That's nuts!
1/2 oz
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1 oz
.4 oz.
Although the original Twizzler was strawberry-flavored, there are now more delicious flavors! Chocolate, black licorice, cherry, rainbow -- and even filled twists -- are a few of Twizzler's spin offs.
1/2 oz
3/4 oz
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Two pieces
Three pieces
One piece
For those who don't like milk chocolate, Dove's Promises offers other tasty options. Try dark chocolate with almonds, peanut butter, mint and dark chocolate, caramel, or mocha latte!
1/2 piece
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Half a brick
Ramen noodles became popular in Japan as a convenience meal in the 1900s. Instant Ramen quickly became popular worldwide, because it was so easy to make and had a rich taste.
One brick
Two bricks
1/4 brick
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
2 cups
4 oz
Did you know that Mott's makes kid-friendly pouches of applesauce? Just twist off the top, and drink it out of the pouch!
8 oz
1/2 cup
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
3/4 cup
3 oz
Two Tablespoons
What's in Tostitos Chunky Salsa? Tomato paste, water, diced tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, onions and a few other ingredients to add flavor.
1.5 Tablespoons
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Two Cups
1/3 Cup
.5 oz
One Cup
Why eat broccoli? It is a great source of fiber, vitamin B1, B6 and E. It's also easy to cook or snack on raw!
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
One teaspoon
Many Americans use this spread as an alternative to butter. What's in it? Soybean oil, palm oil, palm kernel oil, vitamin A palmitate, and a few other ingredients. Can you still "not believe it's not butter?"
1/2 teaspoon
1/4 teaspoon
1 Tablespoon
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
10 Crackers
16 Crackers
Want to add a little punch to your snack crackers? Try Spicy Buffalo, Zesty Salsa or Chili Cheese flavored Wheat Thins! Dip them in hummus or your favorite dip, or add cheese on top!
13.5 Crackers
25 Crackers
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1 cup
1/3 cup
1/2 cup
Is spaghetti sauce useful for anything besides spaghetti? It is! Try using it for Italian meatloaf, minestrone soup, or chili.
5 oz
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Two links
1/2 link
1/4 link
One link
Where did the name 'hot dog' come from? It's thought to have come from slang, and the joke -- or actual belief -- that these sausages had dog meat in them. Don't worry, hot dogs do not contain meat from your furry friend; they have chicken, pork and turkey.
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
One Cup
Almond milk is a great alternative to dairy or soy milk. It has a nutty, rich flavor that is tasty to drink plain, and also delicious when paired with a nut-flavored syrup latte, or chai tea latte.
1.5 cups
5 fl. oz
10 fl. oz
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1/4 Cup
1 Cup
1/2 Cup
What's the difference between creamed corn and fresh cut corn? Creamed corn has the milky residue from the corn cob, making it taste more buttery and rich.
1.75 Cups
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1/2 bag
3.5 cups
Did you know that Americans eat more popcorn than the citizens of any other country? As a whole, America consumes about 14 billion quarts of popped corn each year. 70% of those 14 billion quarts is eaten at home, and it is most popular in the fall.
1 bag
2 cups
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1 Cup
5 oz
2 Tablespoons
1/2 Cup
Did you know there's uses for oatmeal besides ingesting it? Some people recommend taking oatmeal baths, where you pour milk, honey and oats into a bath tub of hot water. Sounds strange, but it is said to be good for your skin!
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
28 grams
How does string cheese peel so easily? Why is it 'stringy'? To make string cheese, mozzarella cheese is heated to 140 degrees. This realigns the milk proteins and makes it peel-able.
10 grams
1 cup
50 grams
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1 Fun size bag
Two Tablespoons
What's behind the name 'M&M's'? This ever-popular candy is named after its founders' last names, Forrest Mars and William Murrie.
1 Regular size bag
Three Tablespoons
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Two tablespoons
1/2 Teaspoon
Three Tablespoons
One Tablespoon
Olive oil has been used for centuries as a cooking oil and other domestic uses. Did you know that the olive tree has been around since before written language began? The olive tree is native to Asia Minor.
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
50 grams
100 grams
Craisins, like raisins, are delicious and nutritious as a snack or as a topper to salads, granola, oatmeal and desserts. Craisins are made by drying cranberries and adding sugar to them.
200 grams
150.75 grams
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
Five crackers
Want to try something different with your Ritz? Try using them as bread crumbs in mac 'n cheese or casseroles, for ice cream sandwiches, or as a mini smore!
Twenty crackers
1 cup
Ten crackers
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
1/2 package
1/5 package
Three cookies
Oreos have been a widely popular cookie since it was created over 100 years ago. The cream in the middle is not derived from animals, making Oreos a great option for vegans.
One cookie
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What is the serving size of this processed food?
2 oz
What is in SPAM? Good question. There are six ingredients in regular SPAM. Pork with ham, salt, water, sugar, sodium nitrate and potato starch.
3 cans
1/2 Tablespoon
1 teaspoon
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