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Proteins
Factual Study
Food which is rich in protein is called body– • Broccoli contains twice the
building food. Proteins help us to grow and vitamin C present in an orange.

repair the worn-out tissues and cells. Children
need more proteins than adults. Eggs, pulses, • Fresh beans contain vitamin A,

meat and milk are examples of such food. vitamin B-complex, calcium and
potassium.

Pulses Meat

Vitamins And Minerals
Eggs
Food which contains vitamins and
minerals are called protective

food because they protect us from
diseases.Vitamins and minerals keep

us healthy. Fresh fruits, vegetables,
milk and cereals are some examples
of foods containing vitamins.

Iron and calcium are minerals which Cereals
keep us healthy and strong. Calcium
keeps our teeth and bones strong. Milk

Iron keeps us energetic and strong.
So, we should eat vegetables, fruits,
eggs, fish, milk and cereals. Our body

needs vitamins and minerals in a very
small quantity.

Roughage And Water Fruits and Vegetables

Roughage means fibre. Raw fruits and vegetables; cereals have fibre in them.
Roughage does not provide any nutrient but it helps in the proper functioning of

the digestive system. It enhances the movement of food through the intestine and
easy removal of waste. Water is a very important part of life. It maintains our body
temperature and helps in digestion. We lose water by means of urine, sweat and

breath, so, we should drink plenty of water every day.

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