Diet and Nutrition

The mineral that carries oxygen to all parts of the body is

• Iron

• Phosphorous

• Iodine

• Sodium

The nutrient which helps in repairing the wear and tear of our body is

• Minerals

• Proteins

• Iodine

• Fats

Above given food items are the sources of

• Iodine

• Iron

• Calcium

• Potassium

For strengthening our bones and teeth we need to eat

• Proteins

• Potassium

• Calcium and Phosphorous

• Iodine

The function of sodium and potassium is

• For the purposes of growth and repairing the wear and tear of the body

• Strengthen bones and teeth

• To provide energy

• Maintains the body’s water balance

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Fruit and vegetables are a good source of ?

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Both of the above

Which of the following statements is true?

• A balanced diet should not include anything sweet.

• Pasta and vegetables are enough to provide a balanced diet.

• A balanced diet must include carbohydrates, fats, proteins, minerals, vitamins, water and fibre.

• A balanced diet should not include any fats.

Why is it not a good idea to fill up your plate with only 1 kind of food?

• Having variety of food shows that the meal contans a variety of nutrients.

• Food that are the same are unhealthy.

• Your plate looks better with different kinds of food.

What group do these foods belong to?

• Sugars and Fat

• Dairy

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

Sugars and fats must be a very small propotion of a balanced diet.

• True

• False