Questions and Answers
Which of the following is NOT considered a nutrient essential for our body?
Malnutrition can occur if a person's diet contains too many vitamins and minerals.
False
What are the three main classes of food components?
Energy giving food, Bodybuilding food, Protective food
____ turns iodine solution to dark blue or black.
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Match the following food sources with their respective nutrient category:
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Study Notes
Food and Nutrition
- Food consists of edible substances that provide energy and help repair old tissues while building new ones.
- Nutrition is the process of consuming essential nutrients for growth, development, and energy.
- Key nutrients include fats, proteins, and carbohydrates, along with water, minerals, vitamins, and fibers.
Diet and Malnutrition
- Diet refers to the amount of food consumed by an individual at one time.
- Malnutrition occurs when an individual does not receive an adequate amount of food or lacks essential nutrients, leading to weakness and health issues.
Food Components Classification
- Food components are classified into three main classes:
- Energy-giving foods: Primarily carbohydrates and fats.
- Bodybuilding foods: Focused on proteins.
- Protective foods: Composed of vitamins and minerals.
Carbohydrates
- Good sources of carbohydrates include grains (rice, wheat, sorghum), legumes (peas, beans), tubers (sago), and sweet sources (sugarcane, sugar beet).
- Fruits such as bananas, mangoes, and melons, as well as various vegetables, also provide significant carbohydrates.
- Important forms of carbohydrates include cellulose, starch, sucrose, glucose, and fructose.
- Starch can be identified using iodine solution, which turns dark blue or black in its presence.
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Test your knowledge on the essentials of nutrition and food groups. This quiz covers the fundamental nutrients including fats, proteins, and carbohydrates, and their roles in our body's growth and energy needs. Dive into the importance of a balanced diet and the various elements that contribute to our overall health.
