4th Class Science Food and Health Question Bank Food and Digestion

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    Nidhi drew a balanced diet pyramid but made some mistakes. Select the correct option regarding it.

    A) Food items in block (1) should be replaced by food items in block (4).

    B) Food items in block (2) and (3) should be interchanged.

    C) Food items in block (1) and (2) should be interchanged.

    D) Food items in block (3) should be replaced with food items in block (4).

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    In a balanced diet pyramid, carbohydrate rich food items are placed at bottom block i.e., block 4, as they should be taken in the largest amount in diet. Fruits and vegetables should be taken in good amounts next to carbohydrates hence placed above the latter in balanced died pyramid. Protein rich food items should be taken in moderate amount hence placed above fruits and vegetables whereas fatty food should be consumed in least quantity therefore occupy the apex of the balanced diet pyramid.


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