Which snack choice avoids added sweetener by design?
A Syrup-coated nuts
B Frosted cereal bar
C Sweetened soda
D Plain yogurt with fruit
Answer: D. Plain yogurt with fruit. Plain yogurt with fresh fruit can be served without added syrup; product labels still matter.
What are free sugars in WHO guidance?
A Whole fruit fibre
B Vegetable starch
C Added sugars and honey
D Plain milk proteins
Answer: C. Added sugars and honey. WHO includes sugars added to foods and drinks, plus sugars in honey, syrups, and fruit juices.
Which fruit choice contains naturally occurring sugars?
A Syrup drink
B Whole ripe banana
C Sweetened soda
D Sugar-coated candy
Answer: B. Whole ripe banana. Whole fruit contains naturally occurring sugars and provides a different food structure from sweetened drinks.
Why is whole fruit different from fruit juice?
A It contains no water
B It retains more fibre
C It is always unsweetened
D It has no natural sugar
Answer: B. It retains more fibre. Whole fruit generally retains fibre and structure, while juice contains free sugars under WHO guidance.
Which drink can replace a sugary beverage?
A Fruit-flavoured drink
B Sweetened soda
C Plain water
D Energy drink
Answer: C. Plain water. Water is a simple unsweetened beverage option.
How can plain oats be sweetened without syrup?
A Stir in sugar
B Add candy coating
C Add sliced fruit
D Pour soft drink
Answer: C. Add sliced fruit. Fruit can add sweetness to oats without added syrup.
What should you compare on snack labels?
A Package colour only
B Added sugars per serving
C The slogan alone
D Barcode length
Answer: B. Added sugars per serving. Check the nutrition panel, ingredient list, and serving size when comparing added sugars.
Which ingredient may signal added sugar?
A Plain oats
B Glucose syrup
C Fresh cucumber
D Whole chickpeas
Answer: B. Glucose syrup. Glucose syrup is a sweetener ingredient; ingredient names and formulations vary.
Can a sugar-free label mean calorie-free?
A No, not necessarily
B Only for fruit
C Only for beverages
D Yes, in every case
Answer: A. No, not necessarily. Sugar-free claims do not automatically mean a product has no calories or other carbohydrates.
Which snack can be savoury with little added sugar?
A Roasted chickpeas
B Caramel popcorn
C Frosted cake
D Sweet biscuits
Answer: A. Roasted chickpeas. Plain or lightly seasoned roasted chickpeas can be a savoury option without a sweet coating.
What is a useful low-sugar snack pairing?
A Sweetened juice and cake
B Candy with soda
C Syrup with cereal
D Vegetables with hummus
Answer: D. Vegetables with hummus. Vegetables with hummus combine produce and pulses without requiring a sweetened dip.
Which yogurt is less likely to contain added sugar?
A Syrup-filled yogurt
B Flavoured dessert yogurt
C Candied yogurt bites
D Plain unsweetened yogurt
Answer: D. Plain unsweetened yogurt. Plain unsweetened yogurt usually avoids added sweeteners; check the ingredient list.
What sugar can naturally be present in plain milk?
A Corn syrup
B Lactose
C Glucose syrup
D Maple syrup
Answer: B. Lactose. Milk naturally contains lactose even when no sugar has been added.
Which snack topping can add sweetness from whole food?
A Frosting
B Sugar crystals
C Caramel sauce
D Fresh berries
Answer: D. Fresh berries. Fresh berries contribute natural sweetness; whole fruit differs from added sugar.
Why should serving size be considered on a snack label?
A Packages always equal servings
B Labels show no amounts
C Sugar amount depends on portion
D Serving size removes sugar
Answer: C. Sugar amount depends on portion. The listed sugar value applies to a stated portion, which may differ from what someone eats.
What does the ingredient order help show?
A The product’s freshness
B Relative ingredient amounts
C The sugar’s natural source
D Serving temperature
Answer: B. Relative ingredient amounts. Ingredients are generally listed in descending order by weight, subject to the applicable rules.
Which snack can contain hidden added sweeteners?
A Flavoured yogurt
B Whole orange
C Unsalted peanuts
D Plain cucumber
Answer: A. Flavoured yogurt. Flavoured yogurt may include added sugar or syrup; check the product label.
How can sweetened breakfast bars be evaluated?
A Trust the front claim
B Assume fruit means low sugar
C Review sugars and ingredients
D Ignore serving size
Answer: C. Review sugars and ingredients. Bars vary widely; review the ingredient list, serving size, and added sugars.
Which ingredient is a natural sugar source but still counted as free sugar by WHO?
A Honey
B Plain milk
C Carrot
D Whole apple
Answer: A. Honey. WHO classifies sugars in honey as free sugars even though honey is a natural product.
What should be checked in a dried-fruit snack?
A The fruit’s shape
B The brand’s slogan
C Only the bag colour
D Serving size and added sugar
Answer: D. Serving size and added sugar. Dried fruit concentrates natural sugars; some products also add sugar, so compare labels and portions.
Which snack may be lower in added sugar?
A Unsalted nuts
B Honey-coated nuts
C Candied almonds
D Caramel peanuts
Answer: A. Unsalted nuts. Plain nuts avoid the added sweet coating used in candied varieties.
Can a fruit-flavoured drink be assumed to contain whole fruit?
A Only if it is cold
B Yes, every time
C No; check ingredients
D Only if colourful
Answer: C. No; check ingredients. A fruit flavour or image does not guarantee that a drink contains whole fruit.
Which snack choice adds sweetness without refined candy?
A Frosted biscuit
B Sweet soda
C Sugar-coated cereal
D Ripe pear slices
Answer: D. Ripe pear slices. Ripe pear offers natural sweetness as whole fruit.
How can added sugar be reduced in homemade snacks?
A Use sweetened soda
B Coat in frosting
C Add more syrup
D Use fruit and spices
Answer: D. Use fruit and spices. Fruit and spices can add flavour without needing extra sweetener.
What does unsweetened mean on a product label?
A The food has no carbohydrates
B No sweetener added as stated
C The food has no calories
D No natural sugars exist
Answer: B. No sweetener added as stated. Unsweetened generally indicates no sweetener was added, but naturally occurring sugars may remain.
Which snack is a lower-sugar choice than candy?
A Syrup candy
B Cucumber with curd dip
C Sweetened soda
D Frosted pastry
Answer: B. Cucumber with curd dip. Cucumber with plain curd can be a savoury snack with no sweet coating.
Why can breakfast cereal labels be misleading at a glance?
A All cereals contain none
B Serving size never matters
C Sugar content varies by product
D Front claims list every nutrient
Answer: C. Sugar content varies by product. Cereals vary in added sugars; use the full nutrition and ingredient information.
Which cereal snack may contain less added sugar?
A Honey-coated cereal
B Chocolate puffs
C Frosted flakes
D Plain rolled oats
Answer: D. Plain rolled oats. Plain rolled oats avoid the added coating found in many sweetened cereals.
How can tea or coffee snacks be made less sweet?
A Add syrup by default
B Pair with candy
C Choose unsweetened drinks
D Use sweetened creamer
Answer: C. Choose unsweetened drinks. Choosing an unsweetened drink can reduce added sugar in the snack occasion.
Which packaged snack word can indicate a sweet coating?
A Roasted
B Caramelised
C Unsalted
D Plain
Answer: B. Caramelised. Caramelised often indicates sugar coating or preparation, though the full ingredient list is decisive.
Does fruit juice count as a free-sugar source under WHO guidance?
A Yes, including pure juice
B Only when chilled
C No, never
D Only with added soda
Answer: A. Yes, including pure juice. WHO includes sugars naturally present in fruit juice among free sugars.
What is a practical swap for sweetened soda?
A More syrup
B Sweetened energy drink
C Candy-flavoured drink
D Water with lemon
Answer: D. Water with lemon. Water with lemon adds flavour without the added sugars in many soft drinks.
Which snack can add protein without a sweet coating?
A Caramel candy
B Sweetened soda
C Boiled egg
D Sugar syrup
Answer: C. Boiled egg. A boiled egg is a savoury protein-containing snack without a sweet coating.
Why should sweeteners not be used as an excuse to eat unlimited snacks?
A Portions and ingredients still matter
B They erase all calories
C They remove every risk
D They guarantee weight loss
Answer: A. Portions and ingredients still matter. A sweetener claim does not make a product unlimited or replace consideration of the overall diet.
Which sauce can add substantial sugar to a snack?
A Sweet chilli sauce
B Plain lemon juice
C Unsweetened curd
D Fresh herbs
Answer: A. Sweet chilli sauce. Some bottled sauces contain added sugars; recipes and brands differ, so check labels.
What is a helpful approach to snack cravings for sweets?
A Ban every fruit
B Pair fruit with plain yogurt
C Skip meals all day
D Drink only soda
Answer: B. Pair fruit with plain yogurt. Fruit with plain yogurt can be a satisfying option; individual preferences and needs differ.
Which snack contains naturally occurring milk sugar but no added sweetener by default?
A Frosted yogurt bites
B Syrup yogurt
C Sweetened fruit yogurt
D Plain milk yogurt
Answer: D. Plain milk yogurt. Plain milk yogurt contains lactose naturally, while added sweeteners depend on the product.
What should someone with diabetes consider when choosing snacks?
A Follow personalised care guidance
B Assume all fruit is forbidden
C Stop prescribed medication
D Use a generic sugar rule
Answer: A. Follow personalised care guidance. People with diabetes should follow their clinician’s individual nutrition plan; general snack rules are not personalised care.
Which packaged phrase needs label context?
A Unsalted nuts
B No added sugar
C Fresh cucumber
D Plain whole fruit
Answer: B. No added sugar. A no-added-sugar claim does not mean the product lacks naturally occurring sugars or calories.
What should be done when a low-sugar product tastes sweet?
A Eat unlimited portions
B Ignore the nutrition panel
C Check sweetener ingredients
D Assume it has no sugars
Answer: C. Check sweetener ingredients. Check both sugars and sweetener ingredients; a sweet taste alone does not show the product’s full composition.
Which snack can combine low added sugar with fibre?
A Sweetened cake
B Pear with unsalted nuts
C Candy with soda
D Syrup with white bread
Answer: B. Pear with unsalted nuts. Pear provides fruit fibre and unsalted nuts add texture and fats without a sweet coating.
How can a smoothie’s added sugar be limited?
A Use sweetened soda
B Add juice concentrate
C Blend whole fruit and yogurt
D Pour in syrup
Answer: C. Blend whole fruit and yogurt. Whole fruit and plain yogurt can create a smoothie without added syrup; portions still matter.
Why is a juice-based smoothie not automatically low in sugar?
A Juice has no carbohydrates
B Blending destroys all sugar
C Cold drinks remove sugars
D Juice contains free sugars
Answer: D. Juice contains free sugars. Fruit juice contains free sugars under WHO guidance, even when no sweetener is added.
Which label detail identifies total sugars?
A Nutrition information panel
B The barcode
C The product logo
D The expiry date
Answer: A. Nutrition information panel. The nutrition panel reports sugar amounts per stated serving, depending on label format.
Which snack has added sugar listed by name?
A Syrup-coated peanuts
B Plain roasted chickpeas
C Fresh apple slices
D Unsalted seeds
Answer: A. Syrup-coated peanuts. Syrup-coated peanuts include added sweetening; compare labels for exact ingredients.
How can snack choices remain enjoyable while limiting free sugars?
A Remove all flavour
B Eat only plain water
C Avoid all fruit
D Use varied unsweetened foods
Answer: D. Use varied unsweetened foods. Varied fruits, vegetables, pulses, nuts, and plain dairy can offer flavours and textures without relying on sweetened products.
What does WHO advise about free-sugar intake?
A Limit it in the diet
B Use it for every snack
C Ignore sugary drinks
D Replace fruit with syrup
Answer: A. Limit it in the diet. WHO recommends limiting free sugars as part of a healthy dietary pattern.
Which snack can satisfy a crunchy craving without sweet coating?
A Frosted biscuits
B Plain roasted makhana
C Caramel popcorn
D Candy-coated cereal
Answer: B. Plain roasted makhana. Plain roasted makhana can provide crunch without a sweet coating; seasoning and preparation vary.
What is the strongest basis for comparing low-sugar snacks?
A Ingredients, sugar, serving
B Package size alone
C A social-media rating
D The front slogan
Answer: A. Ingredients, sugar, serving. Use the ingredient list, nutrition information, and serving size rather than relying on a slogan.
What can a no-added-sugar snack still contain?
A No carbohydrates at all
B Guaranteed zero calories
C Only protein
D Natural sugars in fruit
Answer: D. Natural sugars in fruit. A no-added-sugar claim does not remove naturally occurring sugars in ingredients such as whole fruit or milk.