Question 04(ii)

Tick (√) the statements that are correct.
Deficiency diseases can be prevented by eating a balanced diet. ( )

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Deficiency diseases can be prevented by eating a balanced diet. (√)

The given statement is correct.

A diet consisting of nutrients such as carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamin, minerals, dietary fibre and water in an adequate amount is called a balanced diet. It helps in the proper growth and development of an individual and also helps in maintaining good health. Eating a balanced diet helps to prevent deficiency diseases.

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Tick (||) the statements that are correct.

(a) By eating rice alone, we can fulfil the nutritional requirement in our body. ( )

(b) Deficiency diseases can be prevented by eating a balanced diet. ( )

(d) Meat alone is sufficient to provide all nutrients to the body. ( )

Question 5

Read the following statements about diseases.

(i) They are caused by germs.

(ii) They are caused due to the lack of nutrients in our diet.

(iii) They can be passed on to another person through contact.

(iv) They can be prevented by taking a balanced diet.

Which pair of statements best describes a deficiency disease?

(a) (i) and (ii) .

(b) (ii) and (iii)

(d) (i) and (iii)

Eating balanced diet proves to be a preventive measure for what kind of diseases?

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