Human Nutrition
Biology ⇒ Human Biology
Human Nutrition starts at 6 and continues till grade 12.
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A student eats only fast food and sugary drinks for a month. What health problems might they develop?
Describe what happens to food in the stomach during digestion.
Describe what is meant by a balanced diet.
Explain the difference between macronutrients and micronutrients.
Explain the role of enzymes in digestion.
Explain why children and teenagers need more calcium than adults.
Explain why drinking enough water is important for the human body.
A student eats only fast food and sugary drinks for a month. What health problems might they develop?
Which nutrient is the main source of energy for the body? (1) Proteins (2) Carbohydrates (3) Vitamins (4) Minerals
Which of the following foods is a good source of protein? (1) Rice (2) Chicken (3) Apple (4) Lettuce
Which of the following is a deficiency disease caused by lack of iron? (1) Rickets (2) Anemia (3) Goiter (4) Night blindness
Which of the following is a fat-soluble vitamin? (1) Vitamin C (2) Vitamin B (3) Vitamin D (4) Vitamin B12
Fill in the blank: The deficiency of iodine in the diet can cause __________.
Fill in the blank: The deficiency of vitamin C can lead to __________.
Fill in the blank: The enzyme __________ breaks down starch into sugars in the mouth.
Fill in the blank: The main function of carbohydrates is to provide __________.
True or False: All fats are unhealthy for the human body.
True or False: All vitamins can be stored in the body for long periods.
True or False: Fats are only harmful to the body and should be completely avoided.
True or False: Malnutrition can be caused by both undernutrition and overnutrition.
