Question

Nutrients that help us to grow and build our body are.

• A. Carbohydrates
• B. Fats
• C. Protein.
• D. Roughage.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Protein.

Correct option (c)

Explanation for correct option.

• Proteins are responsible for the growth and development of the body. They also help in repairing of tissues like muscles and organs. For example, pulses, meat, and soybean are food containing protein.

Explanation for incorrect options

• Option (a)
• Carbohydrates provide energy to our bodies, basically, it is a form of sugar that gives energy, it can also be called a fuel of the body. For example, rice, and potatoes contain carbohydrates.
• Option (b)
• Fats are chemical substances consisting of fatty acids. Fats are the stored form of carbohydrates, it breaks down to give energy when no food is available. For example, butter, milk, and cheese contain fat.
• Option (d)
• Roughage is dietary fibres that are mainly provided by plants that our body cannot digest. They help to improve the digestion of our body, food like nuts, grains, and seeds contain roughage.
• Hence option (C) is correct.