Balanced Diet

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

• True

• False

Chicken, fish and meat contain which nutrient?

• Protein

• Carbohydrate

• Fats

• Minerals

What group do these foods belong to?

• Sugars and Fat

• Dairy

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

What does the body use carbohydrates for?

• Carbohydrates enable the tranport of essential nutrients in the body.

• Carbohydrates improve digestion.

• Carbohydrates are used by the body for growth.

• Carbohydrates provide the body with a source of energy.

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Which of the following are functions of water?

• Removes waste products

• Maintain body temperature

• Transport nutrients

• Helps in digestion

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Circle all the sources of minerals here.

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Which Food group is NOT good to eat all the time?

• Meat

• Dairy

• Vegetables

• Fats, sugars and sweets.

Which of the following is a key component of a balanced diet?

• Vitamins and minerals

• Only carbohydrates

• Only proteins

• Only fats

What is the primary function of proteins in a balanced diet?

• Provide energy

• Build and repair tissues

• Store energy

• Regulate body temperature

Which of the following food items is rich in dietary fiber, an essential part of a balanced diet?

• White bread

• Brown rice

• Butter

• Chicken