Components of Food


 
 
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Components of Food

Food is essential for all animals, including human beings. The food we eat come from different components.

Components of Food:

The food that we eat consists of different components or nutrients. Nutrients are substances that are needed by our body for proper growth and healthy body function. There are six main components present in food:

1.  Carbohydrates

2.  Fats

3.  Proteins

4.  Vitamins

5.  Minerals 

6.  Roughage or dietary fibres

All these nutrients fulfill the different needs of our body.

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Question : 1

Select the components that is obtained only from plant sources.

Right Option : A
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Question : 2

Identify the incorrect statement

Right Option : C
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Question : 3

A component of food known as 'body building food' it is also called _____________________.

Right Option : C
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