Question

02. What are protective foods? Give example​

Answer 1

Answer:

Protective foods contain a large number of minerals, vitamins and high quality proteins which can be used to protect the body against deficiency diseases like scurvy, beriberi etc. Some examples of protective foods include meat, citrus fruits, leafy vegetables, eggs and milk.

Answer 2

Answer:

Foods that contain large amount of antioxidants that make free radicals harmless are called protective foods. Foods rich in vitamins and minerals are referred to as protective foods as they provide immunity and protect our body from various diseases and infections.

Explanation:

examples

1. meat

2. citrus fruits

3. dairy products