Food Nutrition and Hygiene Quiz & Flashcards

Study Notes

Food is the source of all body parts, organs, muscles, blood, and bones
Food provides energy and emotional stability
Food is directly linked to appearance and feeling of health
Research continuously improves knowledge on food and nutrition
Adolescence brings significant growth changes, requiring increased nutrient intake
"You are what you eat" emphasizes the importance of nutrition
Food variety includes dal, chapatti, bread, rice, vegetables, milk, and lassi
Nutrients are essential for health and activity, linked to nutrition
Food is any solid or liquid that provides essential nutrients
Nutrition is the study of food, nutrients, and their impact on the body
Nutrients are the components of food for energy, growth, repair, and regulation

Food supplies nutrients that sustain life
Food is digested and transformed into nutrients for bodily processes
Various food types have different nutrient compositions
Macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats) and micronutrients (minerals, vitamins)
Macronutrients and micronutrients are necessary for the body to function optimally

Health is defined as complete physical, emotional, and social well-being
Positive health involves a combination of physical, social, and mental well-being
Physical health relates to bodily function
Mental health concerns emotional and psychological well-being
Physical fitness combines health, exercise, diet, and rest

A balanced diet includes a variety of foods in suitable amounts for daily needs
A balanced diet provides the body with all essential nutrients
Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) include a safety margin for individual needs
A balanced diet is crucial for healthy growth and development throughout life
Variety, proportions, and safety margin of nutrients are crucial for healthy living

Good nutrition means the body gets recommended amounts of nutrients
Under-nutrition is the insufficient intake of nutrients, causing health problems
Over-nutrition involves too many nutrients, leading to health concerns like obesity
Malnutrition is a condition where the body doesn't get the right amount of nutrients

Under-nutrition refers to insufficient intake of nutrients
Acute undernutrition involves rapid weight loss and muscle loss
Chronic undernutrition involves stunted growth and compromised health
Micronutrient malnutrition involves deficiencies in specific vitamins or minerals

Meal planning involves selecting and preparing foods for balanced nutrition
Personal preferences, family incomes, health conditions, and availability of food are factors considered in meal planning
Food location, season, and type of fuel impact meal planning
Common terms include meals, food groups, and serving sizes
Cost-effective meal selection and planning is important for all individuals

Foods are grouped based on dominant nutrients
A variety of food should be included in the diet from each group
Crucial for adequate nutrition and overall health
Food provides energy, regulates bodily functions, protects from diseases, and strengthens physiological functions