Food and Nutrition Basics
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What is the main function of vitamins in our body?

  • Add bulk to the body
  • Provide energy
  • Help in digestion
  • Protect against diseases and keep eyes, bones, teeth, and gums healthy (correct)
  • Which of the following is a deficiency disease caused by the lack of vitamin B?

  • Beriberi (correct)
  • Night Blindness
  • Goiter
  • Scurvy
  • What is the role of minerals in the body?

  • Protect against diseases (correct)
  • Add bulk to the body
  • Provide energy
  • Help with digestion
  • Which deficiency disease is caused by the lack of vitamin A?

    <p>Night Blindness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main symptom of scurvy?

    <p>Bleeding gums</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of food is primarily responsible for providing energy?

    <p>Fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of consuming food?

    <p>To obtain energy and materials for growth and repair of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nutrient is essential for the growth and repair of the body?

    <p>Proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of taking in food containing nutrients that provide energy and help in growth called?

    <p>Nutrition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a balanced diet?

    <p>A diet providing adequate nutrients along with roughage and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

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