Your Diet: Why Do We Eat?

The video tutorial explores the variety of foods and how they differ in taste and nutrient content. It explains that nutrients are substances in food that provide energy and are essential for the body's needs. The video highlights different types of nutrients, including proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, and their roles in growth, cell repair, and energy provision.

What is one way that foods like strawberries and cheese differ?

• Cheese is sweet, while strawberries are not.

• Strawberries are sweet, while cheese is not.

• Neither has any taste.

• Both are equally sweet.

What are nutrients primarily responsible for in the body?

• Making food colorful.

• Offering energy and essential needs.

• Providing flavor to food.

• Reducing food waste.

Which of the following foods is rich in proteins?

• Pasta

• Eggs

• Fruits

• Vegetables

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

• Improving vision

• Providing energy

• Repairing cells

• Building muscles

Which nutrient is essential for growth and cell development?

• Water

• Minerals

• Fats

• Vitamins