Class 4 Evs - MAHARASHTRA
Food for Health
The chapter 'Food for Health' in Class 4 EVS introduces students to the importance of food in our daily lives. Maharashtra (MSBSHSE) students will learn why we need food, the different food groups, and how a balanced diet helps our bodies grow strong and fight diseases. The chapter covers energy-giving foods, body-building foods, and protective foods, along with good eating habits. This chapter is vital for board exams as it tests students' understanding of basic nutrition and health, helping them connect classroom learning to their daily eating habits for scoring high marks.
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Energy-giving Foods
Foods like rice, wheat, potatoes, and sugar that give our body the energy to work, play, and run around.
Body-building Foods
Foods like milk, pulses, eggs, and meat that help our bones and muscles grow strong.
Protective Foods
Fruits and green leafy vegetables that keep us healthy and protect us from falling sick often.
Balanced Diet
A meal that contains all the important types of food in the right amounts to keep us fit and healthy.
Good Eating Habits
Practices like washing hands before eating, chewing food well, and not wasting food to stay healthy.
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Board Exam Info
This chapter typically carries around 4 to 6 marks in the Maharashtra (MSBSHSE) EVS examinations. Common question types include fill in the blanks, matching the following, classification of food items into energy-giving or protective foods, and short answer questions on good eating habits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we need food every day?
We need food every day because it gives us energy to work and play, helps our body grow, and protects us from diseases.
What are protective foods?
Protective foods are fruits and vegetables that keep us healthy and help our body fight against illnesses.
What is a balanced diet?
A balanced diet is a meal that includes energy-giving, body-building, and protective foods in the correct quantities.
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