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What are food and its source?


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Food:

  1. The source of life's energy is food. Humans are unable to live without nourishment.
  2. Food is the most important thing for living beings after oxygen and water.
  3. Food maintains good health and prevents diseases.
  4. It is made up of essential nutrients including carbs, proteins, fats, minerals, and vitamins.

Foods from plants:

  1. Plant-based foods are mainly fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains, nuts, seeds, etc.
  2. Bread, jams, juices, pasta, and fermented vegetables are processed foods from plants.
  3. Plant products are a rich source of dietary fibers.

Foods from animals:

  1. Animal products are used as a source of protein by humans.
  2. Humans consume eggs, meats, milk, and other products directly.
  3. The eggs are rich in proteins that come from birds and other animals.
  4. Animal foods are rich in minerals and vitamins.

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