1.Q1) Give one wordanswer: (2)
a) Chemical substances present in food.
b) Nutrient that give us energy.
c) Nutrient that preventdiseases.
d) Nutrient present in eggs and meat.
Q2) Name two sources ofthe following: (4)
a) Vitamin C b)Fats
c) Vitamin A d)Carbohydrate
Q3) Answer thefollowing: (4)
a) What happens if there is excess carbohydrate in our body?
b) Why does our body need protein?
c) Write any two benefitsof Fats.
d) Write any two importance of Vitamin B complex.
Answers
Answer:
1. (a) Nutrients
(b) Macronutrients
(c) Vitamins
(d) Proteins
2.(a) Vitamin C:- Tomatoes, Potatoes
(b) Fats:- Butter, Ice-cream
(c) Vitamin A:- Eggs, Cod liver oil
(d) Carbohydrate:- Bread, Beans
3.(a) Excess carbohydrate intake places a large metabolic load on the body. When the body constantly has high levels of blood sugars (the end point of food sugar and starch) to deal with over time.
(b) Protein is one of a complex group of molecules that do all kinds of jobs in our body. They make up our hair, nails, bones, and muscles.
(c) 1. A small amount of fat is an essential part of a healthy, balanced diet.
2. Fat is a source of essential fatty acids, which the body cannot make itself.
(d) Vitamin B are important for making sure the body's cells are functioning properly. They help the body convert food into energy (metabolism), create new blood cells, and maintain healthy skin cells,