Question

Why are vitamins and minerals called protective food

Answer 1

becoz they help us to protect against the development of deficiency diseases lyk beriberi, scurvy etc
They help our body to remain healthy by carrying body processes
They help body produce substances that fight against diseases

Answer 2

Answer:

Vitamins and minerals come under a balanced diet and are referred to as protective food because they help in protecting the body against several diseases.

Foods containing the requisite amount of vitamins and minerals such as vegetables, meat, milk, eggs, etc. are recommended for intake as they provide resistance to the body against several deficiency diseases such as beri beri, scurvy, etc.