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Knowledge Zone
Honey is the only food that does not spoil. Honey found in the tombs of Egyptian pharaohs
has been tasted by the archaeologists and found edible.

2 • Understanding

Answer in one word.
1. The food that contains the right amount of all nutrients.

2. This process destroys vitamins and minerals of food.

3. Food items like idli and dhokla are cooked by this method.
4. Apples can be preserved in this form.

AT ONE GO

m We need food for energy, growth, warmth and to remain healthy.
m Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals are the nutrients present in food.

m Water and fibres are also necessary to keep healthy.
m A balanced diet contains all the nutrients in the right amount.

m There are many ways of cooking and preserving food.

REMEMBER THESE TERMS

Overcooking : Cooking for a long time due to which nutrients of food are destroyed
Nutrients : Substances in food that keep our body healthy

Preservation : Protecting food from getting spoiled so that it can be used later

Check Your Study

A. Tick () the correct answers.

1. The component of food that gives instant energy to the body is

(a) fat (b) carbohydrate

(c) protein (d) water

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