By the end of this lesson, you'll solve:
"Why does your mom insist on dal-roti AND sabzi? Each food has a secret job. Let us find out!"
Why Classify Foods?
Imagine your body is a house being built. You need bricks (proteins), electricity (carbs & fats), and a security system (vitamins & minerals). Each food group plays one of these roles.
The Three Food Groups
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Energy-Giving
Body-Building
Protective
Key Points
- 1Energy-giving foods: carbohydrates and fats (fuel for daily activities)
- 2Body-building foods: proteins (growth, repair of tissues)
- 3Protective foods: vitamins and minerals (fight disease, keep organs healthy)
Pro Tip
Think of a thali — roti (energy), dal (body-building), sabzi (protective). A balanced meal covers all three!
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