Improvement of food Flashcards
Food
Food supplies all the basic requirements, which are required for growth, development, and proper health. Food is a mixture of all nutrients, including carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins and minerals.
Agriculture
The science or practice of farming, including the cultivation of the soil, the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products is called agriculture.
Sources of carbohydrates
Carbohydrates can be found in different forms, such as sugars, fresh fruits, starch, vegetables, cereals, corn, potatoes, fibres, bread, pastries, milk and milk products.
Sources of fats
several foods, such as butter, cheese, cream, and oilseeds including soybean, groundnut, etc.
Sources of vitamins and minerals
Vegetables and fruits are the main sources of vitamins and minerals. Some of the vitamins can also be obtained from meat and fish.
Sources of protein
higher amount of protein are chicken, egg, fish, almond, chicken, oats, seafood,