Worksheet 1: What Do We Eat?
& Components of Food
1. Definitions:
1. Carbohydrates:
Define carbohydrates and provide two examples of foods rich in
carbohydrates.
2. Nutrients:
What are nutrients?.
2. Fill in the Blanks:
1. Food in different regions often includes ________ based on local
ingredients and traditions.
2. Cooking practices have evolved from using ________ to modern
appliances.
3. Carbohydrates are the main source of ________ for our body.
4. ________ are essential for building and repairing tissues.
5. ________ help regulate body functions and are found in various foods.
3. True or False:
1. Carbohydrates provide energy to the body. (True / False)
2. Fats are not necessary for a balanced diet. (True / False)
3. Proteins are found mainly in vegetables. (True / False)
4. Vitamins and minerals are important for growth and health. (True /
False)
5. Dietary fibers help in digestion. (True / False)
4. Match the Following:
1. Carbohydrates
a. Found in fruits and vegetables
b. Main source of energy
c. Helps in digestion
2. Fats
a. Found in nuts and oils
b. Essential for cell function
c. Helps in digestion
3. Proteins
a. Builds and repairs tissues
b. Found in meat and legumes
c. Provides energy
4. Vitamins
a. Essential for growth
b. Found in dairy products
c. Helps in digestion
5. Dietary Fibers
a. Helps regulate bowel movements
b. Found in whole grains
c. Provides energy
5. Reasoning Questions:
1. Why is it important to include a variety of food components in your diet?
2. How do proteins contribute to the overall health of the body?
6. Spelling Test:
1. Carbohydrates
2. Proteins
3. Vitamins
4. Minerals
5. Fibers
Worksheet 2: Testing Food
Components & Balanced Diet
1. Definitions:
1. Starch Test:
Describe how to test for the presence of starch in food.
2. Balanced Diet:
What is a balanced diet and why is it important for maintaining health?
2. Fill in the Blanks:
1. To test for starch, we use ________ solution.
2. Testing for fats involves using ________ paper to detect grease.
3. Proteins can be tested using the ________ reagent.
4. A ________ diet includes a variety of foods to meet nutritional needs.
3. True or False:
1. Starch turns blue-black with iodine solution. (True / False)
2. Fat can be tested using a color test. (True / False)
3. Proteins turn yellow with a specific agent. (True / False)
4. A balanced diet should include all food groups. (True / False)
4. Match the Following:
1. Test for Starch
a. Iodine solution
b. Paper test
c. Biuret test
2. Test for Fat
a. Paper test
b. Iodine solution
c. Biuret test
3. Test for Protein
a. Biuret test
b. Paper test
c. Iodine solution
4. Balanced Diet
a. Includes variety of foods
b. Only includes fruits
c. Only includes proteins
5. Reasoning Questions:
1. Why is it necessary to test food components like starch, fat, and protein?
2. Why are millets called nutri-cereals?
6. Spelling Test:
1. Starch
2. Fat
3. Protein
4. Balanced
5. Test
Worksheet 3:
Millets & Food
Miles
1. Definitions:
1. Millets:
Define millets and list their main nutritional benefits.
2. Food Miles:
What are food miles and why is it important to consider them in food
choices?
2. Fill in the Blanks:
1. Millets are known for their ________ nutritional value and adaptability.
2. The process of food reaching our plate includes ________, harvesting,
and transportation.
3. Reducing food miles can help decrease ________ emissions.
4. Eating local food supports the ________ economy and is often fresher.
3. True or False:
1. Millets are a good source of iron and calcium. (True / False)
2. Food miles refer to the distance food travels from the consumer to the
farm. (True / False)
3. Reducing food miles can lower environmental impact. (True / False)
4. Local food is often less nutritious than food that travels long distances.
(True / False)
4. Match the Following:
1. Millets
a. Iron and calcium
b. High in dietary fibers
c. Freshness of food
2. Food Miles
a. Distance food travels
b. Supports local farmers
c. Reduces pollution
3. Reducing Food Miles
a. Lower emissions
b. Decreases freshness
c. Increases transportation costs
4. Local Food
a. Fresher and more nutritious
b. Requires long transportation
c. More expensive
5. Reasoning Questions:
1. Why is reducing food miles important for the environment?
2. How does eating local food benefit both consumers and local producers?
6. Spelling Test:
1. Nutritional
2. Transportation
3. Emissions
4. Local
5. Economy
