{"id":5499,"date":"2023-02-05T05:56:08","date_gmt":"2023-02-05T05:56:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/?page_id=5499"},"modified":"2024-12-13T10:30:13","modified_gmt":"2024-12-13T10:30:13","slug":"s-19-a-what-are-the-essential-components-of-food","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/index.php\/s-19-a-what-are-the-essential-components-of-food\/","title":{"rendered":"S-19.a What Are The Essential Components Of Food?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#00056d;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>What is the Composition of Food?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-huge-font-size\" style=\"color:#74008b\"><strong>Key Notes :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9494\" style=\"width:367px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-5.png 750w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-5-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-5-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-5-400x400.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-c9fe5fba0d093976bd00af609f2bb489\" style=\"color:#000060\">1. <strong>Food Composition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Food<\/strong> is made up of various components that provide energy, growth, and maintenance for the body. These components are known as <strong>nutrients<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-ef785b074a327f8ea8ce8de6a5d0be3b\" style=\"color:#000060\">2. <strong>Main Nutrients in Food<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\">The major nutrients in food are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Carbohydrates<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proteins<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fats<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamins<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Minerals<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Water<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-3dabd2a3c7c138eb811cf4ea3d0ae442\" style=\"color:#000060\">3. <strong>Carbohydrates<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Function<\/strong>: Provide energy for daily activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sources<\/strong>: Rice, wheat, bread, sugar, fruits, and vegetables.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Types<\/strong>: Simple carbohydrates (sugars) and complex carbohydrates (starches and fibers).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-dc22e00cae1bb03e947e987d81c808e8\" style=\"color:#000060\">4. <strong>Proteins<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Function<\/strong>: Help in growth, repair of tissues, and maintenance of the body.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sources<\/strong>: Meat, fish, eggs, beans, lentils, and nuts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Amino Acids<\/strong>: Proteins are made up of smaller units called amino acids, which are essential for the body&#8217;s functions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-96de3b6c5b0a237f0efb4c40b4b6d35d\" style=\"color:#000060\">5. <strong>Fats<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Function<\/strong>: Provide energy, store energy, and help in the absorption of vitamins A, D, E, and K.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sources<\/strong>: Butter, oils, cheese, meat, nuts, and seeds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Types<\/strong>: Saturated fats (found in animal products) and unsaturated fats (found in plant-based oils).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-c59250fd7c9b16f6c2194a0c78ba670a\" style=\"color:#000060\">6. <strong>Vitamins<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Function<\/strong>: Regulate body processes, maintain health, and protect against diseases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Types<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Vitamin A<\/strong>: Vision and immune function (carrots, spinach).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin C<\/strong>: Skin, gums, and immune function (citrus fruits, strawberries).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin D<\/strong>: Bone health (sunlight, dairy products).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-2f6da4fda90a7291720657d492926ab0\" style=\"color:#000060\">7. <strong>Minerals<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Function<\/strong>: Help in the formation of bones and teeth, nerve function, and overall body functions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Types<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Calcium<\/strong>: For strong bones and teeth (milk, leafy greens).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Iron<\/strong>: For blood formation (red meat, spinach).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sodium<\/strong>: For fluid balance (salt, processed foods).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-2cf6ffb752717e272559b27ce9b7f6a8\" style=\"color:#000060\">8. <strong>Water<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Function<\/strong>: Regulates body temperature, removes waste, and helps in digestion and nutrient transport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sources<\/strong>: Water, fruits, vegetables, and drinks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-8c3b1941b8e3f6ec49f8c19533fa75e6\" style=\"color:#000060\">9. <strong>Dietary Fiber<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Function<\/strong>: Helps in digestion and prevents constipation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sources<\/strong>: Whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-a69004a32c824ccb44d9a3d150cf239d\" style=\"color:#000060\">10. <strong>Balanced Diet<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li>A <strong>balanced diet<\/strong> includes all the essential nutrients in the correct proportions to keep the body healthy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eating a variety of foods from different groups ensures that all nutrients are consumed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-db0f72a721e5440ccf63a4e200b8b7bb\" style=\"color:#000060\">11. <strong>Role of Food in the Body<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li>Food provides the <strong>energy<\/strong> for daily activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It aids in <strong>growth and repair<\/strong> of tissues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It helps in <strong>maintaining bodily functions<\/strong> (digestion, circulation, etc.).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-2d89d312b7f8d77f02421784aeb2f7b6\" style=\"color:#000060\">12. <strong>Deficiency Diseases<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li>A lack of certain nutrients can lead to deficiency diseases. For example:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Vitamin C deficiency<\/strong>: Scurvy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin A deficiency<\/strong>: Night blindness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Iron deficiency<\/strong>: Anemia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-large-font-size\" style=\"color:#d90000\"><strong>Let&#8217;s practice!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wordwall.net\/play\/82518\/515\/888\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-3-97.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6144\" srcset=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-3-97.png 500w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-3-97-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-3-97-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-3-97-400x400.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wordwall.net\/play\/81738\/957\/402\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-1-2-91.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6145\" srcset=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-1-2-91.png 500w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-1-2-91-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-1-2-91-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-1-2-91-400x400.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is the Composition of Food? Key Notes : 1. Food Composition 2. Main Nutrients in Food The major nutrients in food are: 3. Carbohydrates 4. Proteins 5. Fats 6. Vitamins 7. Minerals 8. Water 9. Dietary Fiber 10. Balanced Diet 11. Role of Food in the Body 12. Deficiency Diseases Let&#8217;s practice!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-5499","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","entry"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5499","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5499"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5499\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":15386,"href":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5499\/revisions\/15386"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5499"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}