Vitamins, Minerals, and Balanced Diet

The video tutorial covers the importance of vitamins and minerals, explaining their roles as protective nutrients. It highlights key vitamins like A and C, and minerals such as calcium, iron, and sodium, detailing their sources and health benefits. The tutorial also discusses fiber's role in digestion and defines a balanced diet, emphasizing its benefits for weight control, illness prevention, and energy. The class concludes with an activity to identify vitamins and minerals in various fruits and vegetables.

What are vitamins and minerals collectively known as?

• Structural nutrients

• Protective nutrients

• Energy nutrients

• Growth nutrients

Which vitamin is essential for maintaining good vision?

• Vitamin B

• Vitamin E

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin A

Which mineral is crucial for oxygen transport in the body?

• Calcium

• Iron

• Sodium

• Potassium

What is a key benefit of consuming vitamins and minerals?

• They provide energy

• They increase appetite

• They maintain healthy skin and hair

• They help in digestion

Where is fiber primarily found?

• Dairy products

• Meat and fish

• Sugary foods

• Whole grains and vegetables

What is the main function of fiber in the digestive system?

• To provide energy

• To increase appetite

• To clean the intestines

• To build muscles

What defines a balanced diet?

• A diet rich in carbohydrates

• A diet low in fats

• A diet with all nutrients in the right amount

• A diet high in proteins

Which of the following is a benefit of a balanced diet?

• It prevents illness

• It helps in weight gain

• It increases sugar levels

• It reduces energy levels

What is one of the benefits of a balanced diet related to the immune system?

• It only affects the digestive system

• It has no effect on the immune system

• It weakens the immune system

• It boosts the immune system

What activity were students asked to do at the end of the lesson?

• Create a balanced diet chart

• Identify vitamins and minerals in fruits and vegetables

• Write an essay on vitamins

• Prepare a meal using fiber-rich foods