Importance of Food for Growth and Health
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What is the main purpose of food according to the text?

  • To provide energy for our daily activities (correct)
  • To enjoy different tastes
  • To have fun while eating
  • To only eat when hungry

    • What is essential for our growth, development, and good health?

  • Food (correct)
  • Drinking plenty of water
  • Playing outside
  • Eating food only when hungry

    • What is mentioned in the second line of Kavi Sarvajna's Tripadi?

  • To eat at home only
  • Not to eat stall food mixed with fresh food (correct)
  • To eat with friends
  • To eat fresh food

    • What is the main idea of the unit?

    <p>Food is essential for our lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do we need to do with food materials?

    <p>Match them with nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the list of nutrients in the text?

    <p>Carbon dioxide, lipid, protein, vitamin, minerals, water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which plant source category does 'Foxtail Millets' belong to?

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

    What category does 'Spinach' belong to?

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

    To which category does 'Grams' belong?

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

    Beetroot is part of which plant source category?

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

    Which plant source category includes 'Beans'?

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

    Which of the following is classified as a fruit from plant sources?

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

    Which item is categorized under pulses from plant source?

    <p>Black gram</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of an oil seed from plant sources?

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

    Which of the following is considered a cereal from plant sources?

    <p>Little millet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vegetable is listed under food materials obtained from plant sources?

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

    Which food material is classified as from a plant source?

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

    Which of the following is NOT listed as an important millet in the text?

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

    Which listed food material comes from an animal source?

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

    How many different types of millets are mentioned in the 'Important millets' section?

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

    Which millet is missing from the 'Activity' list but is present in the 'Important millets' section?

    <p>Pearl millet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason given for why we cannot maintain our health if we eat food containing the same nutrients every day?

    <p>It lacks varied nutrients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following millets is known for requiring less water to grow?

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

    Which food material is not mentioned as a source in the plant source column?

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

    Which one of these millets is listed both in 'Important millets' and 'Millets shown in the picture'?

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

    Which pulses are listed in the food materials table?

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

    Why are millets recommended by doctors nowadays?

    <p>They contain a lot of nutrients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why can all types of crops not be grown in all places in the state?

    <p>Different fertility of agricultural land and climatic conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which crops are mentioned as not being able to grow everywhere?

    <p>Jowar, ragi, paddy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the reasons for the decrease in food availability?

    <p>Increasing population and decreasing agricultural land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step is NOT mentioned as being taken by the government to ensure food availability?

    <p>Providing free seeds to farmers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which products can be grown without using chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides?

    <p>Organic crops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are these crops referred to in the text?

    <p>Friends of famine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is highlighted about these cereals?

    <p>They have a lot of nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do doctors nowadays advise patients to consume?

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

    What factor influences the fertility of agricultural land?

    <p>Climatic conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one method mentioned for supporting students in school?

    <p>Giving milk and mid-day meals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is used to supply food materials at nominal rates?

    <p>Fair price shops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is taken to prevent unnecessary hoarding of food materials by merchants?

    <p>Steps to prevent hoarding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the food materials grown by farmers stored in before distribution?

    <p>Proper godowns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step is involved in the distribution process of food materials?

    <p>Distributing stored food materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of foods are commonly eaten during summer in Karnataka?

    <p>Water-rich foods, green vegetables, fruits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chicken sambar is listed under which meal in a typical Karnataka household?

    <p>Lunch or Dinner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of food is typically prepared in homes in North Karnataka?

    <p>Chapati, Poori, Chitrane, Sondalu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which foods are typically consumed during the rainy season in Karnataka?

    <p>Seasonal crops and fruits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of foods does a typical meal in South Karnataka include?

    <p>Dosa, Pallav, Polugara, Bisibelebath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nutrient-rich foods are commonly eaten during winter in Karnataka?

    <p>Oil-rich foods, groundnut, sesame seeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Food - Essence of Life

    • Food provides energy for our daily activities and is necessary for growth, development, and good health.
    • The Tripadi of Kavi Sarvajna advises against eating stale food mixed with fresh food, highlighting the importance of fresh food for our well-being.

    Nutrients in Food

    • Food contains various nutrients, including:
      • Carbon dioxide
      • Lipid
      • Protein
      • Vitamin
      • Minerals
      • Water
    • Food materials rich in these nutrients are:
      • Fenugreek (menthya) - rich in minerals
      • Carrot - rich in vitamin
      • Green and yellow vegetables - rich in vitamin
      • Ragi - rich in protein
      • Jowar - rich in protein
      • Little millets - rich in protein
      • Bread - rich in carbohydrates
      • Honey - rich in carbohydrates
      • Groundnut - rich in lipid
      • Fish - rich in protein
      • Dry coconut - rich in lipid
      • Seeds - rich in protein

    Types of Millets

    • Jowar
    • Pearl millet
    • Browntop millet
    • Little millet
    • Ragi
    • Kodo millet
    • Proso millet
    • Foxtail millet
    • Barnyard millet

    Characteristics of Millets

    • Can be grown using less water in a short period of time
    • Can grow easily in different environments and climatic conditions
    • Can be grown without using chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides
    • Rich in nutrients

    Importance of Millets

    • Called the "friends of famine" due to their ability to grow in different environments
    • Advised by doctors to consume millets due to their high nutritional value

    Availability of Food

    • Increasing population and decreasing agricultural land can lead to decreased food availability
    • Government has taken steps to ensure food availability, such as:
      • Giving milk and milk products to students at school
      • Supplying food grains at price shops
      • Making water available at affordable prices
      • Purchasing food grains from farmers at a good price

    Food and its Relation with Various Parts of Karnataka

    • Different regions have different food preferences
    • Seasons affect food choices, such as:
      • Summer: Water-rich food, green vegetables, fruits, etc.
      • Rainy: Seasonal crops and fruits
      • Winter: Oil-rich food, groundnut, sesame seeds

    Regional Food Variations

    • North Karnataka: Has its own unique food preferences
    • South Karnataka: Has its own unique food preferences
    • Neighbouring houses: Can have different food preferences

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    This quiz assesses knowledge about the significance of food in our daily lives, its impact on growth, development, and overall health. It explores the importance of choosing the right food for a healthy lifestyle.

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