Class 2 / EVS Course Book 1 / Food / Food
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Food
FOOD
Introduction
Our body needs food and water for several things. It needs food and water to be healthy and to make us grow. Food and water are also needed to protect us from illness. Above all, we need food and water to give us the energy to talk, walk, play, read, write and other physical activities.
Different types of food are responsible for different functions in our body. For example to stay healthy, to grow and to get energy for work and play. -
Food
Energy Giving , Body Building , Protective Food
Energy Giving FoodFood items like cereals, sugar, potatoes, butter and sweets give us energy.With the help of energy, we do our daily work like walking, running, etc. The food which gives energy is called energy giving food.
Body Building Food
Food items like pulses, milk, paneer, curd, peas, eggs, fish, meat etc., help us to grow taller, stronger and active. These foods are named as body building food. They help to build bones and muscles.
Protective FoodFood items like fruits and vegetables protect us from diseases and keep us healthy. Thus these foods are called protective foods. We must eat a little of all of these every day to be healthy. People who eat only fruits, vegetables, cereals and pulses are called vegetarians.
People who eat fish, egg and meat along with fruits, vegetables, cereals and pulses are called non-vegetarians.
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Food
Good Food HabitsWe should eat all types of food to keep us healthy. We should also take plenty of water to stay fit and healthy. Our body gets water from the water we drink. We also get it from the food we eat such as milk, curd, juice, and fruits. Our body needs at least six to eight glasses of water every day. To be a strong and healthy adult, we should eat healthy food and take plenty of water.We should also practice good eating habits.Wash our hands before and after taking meals.Take our meals at proper times.Take properly cooked food.Eat salads.Chew the food slowly and properly.Do not overeat.Do not take unhealthy or junk food regularly.
Do not waste food.
