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Healthy DIET Food Pyramid The Main Food Groups Fruits and Vegetables Grains and Pulses Dairy Products Sugars and Fats Vitamins and Minerals Conclusion
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If our bodies are human machines food is our fuel
It is especially important that we eat healthily as children, as we are still growing and developing
A healthy diet is sometimes called a balanced diet as it needs to consist of different types of foods.
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Foods high in fats and sugars: take only small amounts from this group
Meat, fish and dairy: take something from this group
Fruit and vegetables
Carbohydrates:(rice, bread, potatoes)
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Fruits and vegetables grow on plants
Every day we should eat at least 5 portions of fruit and vegetables.
vegetables give us fibre and vitamins and minerals.
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This food group includes wheat, corn, barley, rice, lentils, beans etc.
Grains and pulses give us carbohydrates and proteins.
Nuts are another source of protein.
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Dairy foods are made from milk.
Dairy foods give us proteins and fats. They are also a good source of calcium which is good for bones and teeth.
These foods include:
• Cheese
• Curd
• Milk products.
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The meat and fish group includes:
• Chicken
• Fish
• Meat
• Eggs are included in this group.
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Nutrient Function Source
Vitamin A Eyesight, Skin Sweet potatoes, carrots
Vitamin B make protein Green leafy vegetables
Vitamin C Healing skin Citrus fruit, tomatoes
Vitamin D Strengthen bones Milk, Sunlight
Vitamin E Helps strengthen cells Vegetable oils, nuts
Iron Healthy blood Green leafy vegetables
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Eat proper diet, Be healthy.
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