Explain the main functions of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
Important Questions on Components of Food
Complete the crossword with the help of the clues provided.
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4. This disease is caused by the deficiency of iron.
5. This disease is caused by the deficiency of vitamin C.
7. It is the main source of energy.
9. It is a rich source of fat used in cooking.
11. Some of these are water-soluble and some are fat-soluble.
12. It prevents constipation by adding bulk to the food.
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1. It is the medium of all the chemical reactions taking place in the body.
2. It is needed in small quantity.
3. These are needed for growth.
6. They provide twice the amount of energy as compared to carbohydrates.
8. This is caused due to eating too much carbohydrates.
10. This disease is caused by the deficiency of calcium.
In the food pyramid given, do the following.
a) Label a, b, c, and d.
b) Strikeout the foods that do not fit into each group.
c) Write the functions of foods that fall in a, b, c, and d categories.
