GR5 Science Food and Health , Interdependence

Riya often feels very tired and dizzy. Her doctor said she has low iron in her blood. She was told to eat more green leafy vegetables, jaggery, and dates.Which health condition is she likely suffering from?

• Obesity

• Diabetes

• Hypertension

• Anaemia

Rahul’s grandfather checks his blood sugar every day. He avoids  sugary drinks and eats small meals regularly.His doctor said his body does not make or use insulin properly.What condition is Rahul’s grandfather managing?

• Typhoid

• Hypertension

• Diabetes

• Obesity

Maya’s uncle gets frequent headaches and nosebleeds. The doctor advised him to reduce salt in his food and go for walks every day.He was told that his heart is working harder to pump blood through his body.Which health problem does this sound like?

• Obesity

• Cancer

• Hypertension

• Diabetes

Is the mentioned condition and disease matching?

Needs more iron in the blood and often feels weak - Anaemia

• True
• False

Is the mentioned condition and disease matching?

Must check blood sugar levels and avoid sweets - Diabetes

• True
• False

Is the given symptom and condition matching?

increased pressure in blood vessels - Hyperpigmentation

• True
• False

A boy feels weak even after resting. His skin looks pale, and he often complains of dizziness. His teacher suggests he eats more spinach and apples. What condition might he have?

• Fever

• Flu

• Diabetes

• Anaemia

During a health check-up, a man's blood pressure was much higher than normal. The doctor told him to avoid processed and salty snacks.What condition is being controlled here?

• Laziness

• Obesity

• Hypertension

• Diabetes

Nutrients in our food help us as follows

• Give us energy to work/play

• help us grow

• help fight diseases and repair body parts

• All of the above

Food items such as potato, mango, sugar , rice , wheat are commonly known as

• Proteins

• Fats

• Vitamins & Minerals

• Carbohydrates