Class 4 Evs - ODISHA
Food for Health
The chapter 'Food for Health' in the Class 4 EVS textbook 'Our Wondrous World' introduces students to the importance of food in our daily lives. It explains why we need food to grow, get energy, and stay healthy. Students will learn about different food groups such as energy-giving foods, body-building foods, and protective foods. The chapter also emphasizes the value of eating a balanced diet, drinking enough water, and practicing good eating habits. Understanding these basics is very important for Odisha Board exams as it helps students connect textbook knowledge with their daily health and nutrition habits.
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Energy-Giving Foods
Foods like rice, wheat, potato, and sugar that give us energy to work and play.
Body-Building Foods
Foods like milk, pulses, eggs, and fish that help our bones and muscles grow strong.
Protective Foods
Fruits and green leafy vegetables that protect our body from diseases and keep us healthy.
Balanced Diet
A meal that contains the right amount of all food groups needed for proper growth and health.
Good Eating Habits
Practices like washing hands before eating, chewing food well, and not wasting food.
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Board Exam Info
In the Odisha (BSE) Class 4 EVS examinations, this chapter typically carries around 5 to 8 marks. Common question types include fill in the blanks, matching food items with their groups, naming sources of nutrients, and short answer questions about good food habits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we need food?
We need food to get energy for work and play, to grow big and strong, and to keep our body healthy and safe from diseases.
What are protective foods?
Protective foods are fresh fruits and vegetables that protect our body from falling sick and help us fight diseases.
Why should we wash our hands before eating?
We should wash our hands to remove germs and dirt so they do not enter our stomach and make us sick.
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