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1. 1.

   Fill in the blanks.

   1. We eat __________ to live, grow and remain healthy and active.
   2. Protective foods include fresh fruits and ____________.
   3. Noodles, burgers and pizzas are __________ food.
   4. Babies have _________ as their complete food.
   5. Old people must ________ sugar, oil and spicy food.
2. 2.

   Write T for true and F for false statements.

   1. Energy-giving foods protect us from diseases.
   2. Junk food has a lot of sugar, salt and oil.
   3. We should drink plenty of water every day.
   4. Vitamins and minerals are protective nutrients.
3. 3.

   What type of food should children eat for their growth?

4. 4.

   Write the main nutrients we derive from food (carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, proteins and fats) in the four parts of the triangle, as shown in the figure.

   

5. 5.

   Name the energy-giving nutrients. List any three sources of each.

6. 6.

   What is balanced diet?