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What is the primary function of dietary fibers in our body?
What is the primary function of dietary fibers in our body?
Which of the following is a major source of roughage in our diet?
Which of the following is a major source of roughage in our diet?
What is the role of water in our body?
What is the role of water in our body?
Which of the following food items is a good source of minerals?
Which of the following food items is a good source of minerals?
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Why is it essential to have a balanced diet?
Why is it essential to have a balanced diet?
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What is the primary source of water intake for our body?
What is the primary source of water intake for our body?
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What happens when we cut fruits and vegetables?
What happens when we cut fruits and vegetables?
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Why is water added to most cooked foods?
Why is water added to most cooked foods?
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What is the importance of roughage in our diet?
What is the importance of roughage in our diet?
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What is the role of fermented foods in our diet?
What is the role of fermented foods in our diet?
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Study Notes
Balanced Diet
- A balanced diet is essential for good health and growth, and should contain all necessary nutrients in right quantities.
- It should include a good amount of roughage and water.
- People of all ages need a balanced diet, but the type of diet may vary depending on age and physical activity.
Components of Food
- Major nutrients in food: carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, dietary fibers, and water.
- Carbohydrates and fats provide energy to the body.
- Proteins and minerals are necessary for growth and maintenance of the body.
- Vitamins help protect the body against diseases.
Importance of Water
- Water helps the body absorb nutrients from food.
- It helps in removing waste from the body through urine and sweat.
- Water is also obtained from food materials, such as vegetables and fruits, which contain water.
Roughage
- Roughage is also known as dietary fibers.
- It is mainly provided by plant products, such as whole grains, pulses, potatoes, fruits, and vegetables.
- Roughage does not provide any nutrients to the body, but adds bulk to food and helps in removing undigested food.
Minerals
- Calcium is essential for healthy bones.
- Fig. 1.10 shows sources of some minerals.
Preventing Deficiency Diseases
- Eating a balanced diet can prevent deficiency diseases.
- Deficiency of Vitamin D causes a disease.
- Deficiency of Vitamin C causes scurvy.
- Deficiency of Vitamin A causes night blindness.
Importance of a Balanced Diet Chart
- A balanced diet chart should be prepared to provide a balanced diet to a person, considering age, physical activity, and other factors.
- A chart should be prepared to check if all necessary nutrients are present in the food eaten over a period of time.
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A quiz about the importance of water in food, daily diet, and its role in meeting our body's needs. Learn about the water content in food materials and its impact on our bodies.
