Question

Read the food items given below:
i) Wheat
ii) Ghee
iii) Iodised salt
iv) Spinach (palak)
Which of the above food items are “energy-giving foods”?

• A. (i) and (iv)
• B. (ii) and (iv)
• C. (i) and (ii)
• D. (iii) and (iv)

Answer 1

The correct option is C (i) and (ii)

Energy giving foods are fats and carbohydrates. Fat is present in big amounts in ghee and carbohydrate is present in wheat. Therefore, these foods provide energy. Spinach and iodized salt contains mineral and vitamins both so they are protective food.

Hence, Option "C" is the correct answer.