Q What do we need to live ? A: We need air, water and food to live.

Q What do we need to live?A: We need air, water and food to live.

Q What would happen if we don’t get air, water and food?

A: Without food and water we can survive for some days, but without air we will die soon.

Q Why do we need food?A: We need food to get energy to do all our

works.

Q What are the main groups of food?A: 1) Carbohydrates 2) Vitamins and minerals

3) Proteins 4) Fats

Q Give examples of Carbohydrates.A: Rice, noodles, bread, Cereals and potatoes.

Q Give examples of vitamins and minerals.A: Fruits and vegetables.

Q Give examples of proteins.A: Milk, cheese, yoghurt, egg, meat, fish, whole

grains and nuts.

Q Give examples of fats.A: Butter, oils, cakes, candies, chocolates and

cold drinks. They give us little energy.

Q Which food gives us energy?A: Carbohydrates gives us energy to do work.

Q Which food helps to make us strong?A: Proteins help us to be strong and grow well.

They help our muscles to be strong.

Q Which food help us to fight against diseases?A: Vitamins and minerals help us to fight against diseases. They help our bones and teeth to be

strong.

Q What do fats do for us?A: Fats keep us warm. Too much of fat can make us fat.

Q What is junk food?A: Food which is not healthy is junk food. We

should eat less junk food.

Q Give examples of junk food.A: Chocolates, candies, cold drinks, French fries

and hot dogs.

Q What is fiber?A: Fiber is a part of food that cannot be digested.

Q What is the function of fiber?A: It helps our intestines to work properly.

Q Give examples of fiber food.A: Cereals, nuts, fruits and root vegetables.

Q Why should we drink plenty of water?A: To grow well we should drink plenty of water.

Q How much water we should drink everyday?A: We should drink 6 to 8 glasses of water

everyday.

Q How can we be healthy?A: Sensible eating and exercise keep us healthy.

Q What is a balanced meal?A: A balanced meal has food from all the food

groups.