What Happens When We Eat (Comprehension Check)

What is food primarily considered as?

• A source of entertainment

• A substance for energy and nutrients

• A form of art

• A type of decoration

Which of the following is NOT a source of food?

• Animals

• Plants

• Minerals

• Bacteria

What is one of the emotional meanings of food?

• It is a form of punishment

• It is a type of exercise

• It is a way to restore balance

• It is a form of currency

What did cooking with fire allow early humans to do?

• Develop agriculture

• Invent new languages

• Break down hard-to-digest foods

• Spend more time hunting

Which nutrient is the body's main energy source?

• Fats

• Proteins

• Vitamins

• Carbohydrates

What is the role of proteins in the body?

• To provide flavor

• To regulate temperature

• To build and repair tissues

• To store energy

Which of the following is a source of healthy fats?

• Soda

• Butter

• Avocado

• Candy

What is the function of vitamins and minerals?

• To add color to food

• To act as a preservative

• To support nearly every system in the body

• To provide energy

Why is water essential for the body?

• It adds flavor to food

• It is a source of protein

• It is a type of carbohydrate

• It helps digest food and regulate temperature

What does the body recognize food as once it is broken down?

• Packaged or homemade

• Healthy or junk food

• Expensive or cheap

• Molecules like glucose and amino acids