Short Question

Balanced Diet : Short Question

1 Why do we need food?

We need food to get the energy and nutrients necessary for growth, repair, and maintaining essential body functions.

2 Name major food groups.

• Carbohydrates • Proteins • Fats • Vitamins • Minerals

3 Name sources of vitamin A.

• Carrots • Cod liver oil

4 Enlist the sources of vitamin C .

• Citrus fruits • Orange • Guava • Broccoli • Strawberry

5 Enlist the sources of vitamin D.

• Milk • Cod liver • Soybean

6 List sources of minerals.

Minerals are found in milk, meat, grains, vegetables, fruits, eggs, fish, etc.

7 What is unbalanced diet?

A diet lacking one or more essential components of food needed by a person is called unbalanced diet.

8 Is table salt a mineral?

Yes, table salt is a mineral. It is composed primarily of sodium chloride (NaCl), which is a naturally occurring mineral.

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