Class 4 (CBSE) • Environmental StudiesChapter 5: Food for Health⭐ Topic 2
Planning a Balanced Meal
A balanced meal includes a variety of food groups - grains, proteins, vegetables, fruits, and dairy - to give our body all the nutrients it
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A balanced meal plate might include rice or roti (grains), dal or chicken (protein), a vegetable curry, a side salad, and a glass of milk or curd (dairy).
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- A balanced meal includes grains, proteins, vegetables, fruits and dairy.
- A meal plate might have roti, dal, vegetables, salad and milk.
- Different coloured fruits/vegetables give varied nutrients.
- We should limit oily, sugary and processed foods.
- Fresh, whole foods support better health.
- Balanced meals should be planned for all meals of the day.
- Steady nutrition throughout the day supports energy levels.
- A balanced meal covers all major food groups.