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The document consists of a series of questions and answers related to mindful eating and nutrition for Class VI students. It covers topics such as the differences between traditional and modern culinary practices, the role of food in health, and the nutritional value of various food items. Additionally, it discusses dietary changes for health issues and the importance of a balanced diet.

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Culinary Practices and Food Choices

The document consists of a series of questions and answers related to mindful eating and nutrition for Class VI students. It covers topics such as the differences between traditional and modern culinary practices, the role of food in health, and the nutritional value of various food items. Additionally, it discusses dietary changes for health issues and the importance of a balanced diet.

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(Curiosity) (Chapter 3) (Mindful Eating: APath to a Healthy Body)
(Class - VI)
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Question 1:
Pick the odd one out and give reasons:
() Jowar, Bajra, Ragi, Chana
(ii) Kidney beans, Green gram, Soya bean, Rice
EAnswer l:
() Jowar, Bajra, Ragi, Chana
Odd one out: Chana
Reason: Jowar, Bajra, and Ragi are all types of millets, whereas Chana (chickpea) is a
pulse.
(ii) Kidney beans, Green gram, Soya bean, Rice
Odd one out: Rice
Reason: Kidney beans, Green gram, and Soya bean are all pulses, whereas Rice is a cereal.

Question 2:
Discuss traditional versus modern culinary practices in India.
LAnswer 2:
Traditional Practices
> Cooking was mostly done on chulhas (traditional stoves).
> Grinding was done manually using tools like sil-batta (stone grinder).
> Emphasis on using fresh, locally grown ingredients.
Modern Practices
> Use of modern gas stoves and electric appliances like grinders and mixers.
> Availability and use of pre-packaged and processed foods.
> Influence of globalcuisines and fusion cooking.
Reasons for Change
> Technological advancements.
> Improved transportation and availability of a variety of ingredients.
> Time constraints and lifestyle changes.

Question 3:
A teacher says that good food may act as medicine. Ravi is curious about this statement
and has some questions for his teacher. List at least two questions that he can ask.
EAnswer 3:
> How can food act as medicine?
> Can you give examples of foods that help in curing diseases?
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(Class - VI)
Question 4:
Not all delicious foods are necessarily healthy, while not all nutritious foods are always
enjoyable. Share your thoughts along with a few examples.
EAnswer 4:
Examples of Delicious but Unhealthy Foods
> Biscuits, cakes, and pastries (high in sugar and fats).
> Fried snacks like chips and pakoras (high in unhealthy fats).
Examples of Nutritious but Less Enjoyable Foods
> Spinach and other leafy greens (high in vitamins and minerals but might be
disliked by some).
> Whole grains like quinoa or brown rice (nutrient-dense but might not be preferred
over white rice or refined grains).

Question 5:
Medu does not eat vegetables but enjoys biscuits, noodles and white bread. He often has
stomach ache and constipation. What changes should he make in his diet to get rid of
these problems? Explain your answer.
EAnswer 5:
Diet changes for Medu
Include more vegetables and fruits for fibre. whole grains like whole wheat bread and
brown rice. Healthy snacks like nuts and seeds.
Explanation: Vegetables and whole grains provide dietary fibres which help in digestion
and prevent constipation. Reducing processed foods like biscuits and white bread will
also help alleviate stomach issues.

Question 6:
Reshma had trouble seeing things in dim light. The doctor tested her eyesight and
prescribed a particular vitamin supplement. He also advised her to include a few food
items in her diet.
() Which deficiency disease is she suffering from?
(ii) Which food component may be lacking in her diet?
(iii) Suggest some food items that she should include in her diet to overcome this
problem (any four).
EAnswer 6:
(1) Deficiency disease: Night blindness
(i) Lacking food component: Vitamin A
(ii) Suggested food items: Carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, and mangoes.
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(Class - VI)
Question 7:
You are provided the following:
() Canned fruit juice
(ii) Fresh fruit juice
(iii) Fresh fruit
Which one would you prefer and why?
CAnswer 7:
Preferred: Fresh fruit
Reason: Fresh fruits contain fibre and more nutrients compared to juices which might
have added sugars and preservatives.

Question 8:
Gourav got a fracture in his leg. His doctor aligned the bones and put on a plaster. The
doctor also gave him calcium tablets. On the second visit, the doctor gave him Vitamin D
syrup along with calcium tablets. Refer to Fig. 3.5 and answer the following questions:
() Why did the doctor give calcium tablets to Gourav?
(ii) On the second visit, why did the doctor give Vitamin D syrup along with calcium
tablets?
(iüi) What question arises in your mind about the choices made by the doctor in giving
the medicines?
CAnswer 8:
() Reason for calcium tablets: To strengthen bones and facilitate healing.
(iü) Reason for Vitamin Dsyrup: Vitamin Dhelps in the absorption of calcium.
(iii) Question: "Why is Vitamin Dnecessary along with calcium for bone healing?"

Question 9:
Sugar is an example of carbohydrates. Sugar is tested with iodine solution but it does not
change to blue-black colour. What can be a possible reason?
CAnswer 9:
Reason: Sugar is a simple carbohydrate, whereas starch is a complex carbohydrate.
lodine reacts with starch to turn blue-black but does not react with simple carbohydrates
like sugar.

Question 10:
What do you think of Raman's statement, "Allstarches are carbohydrates but not all
carbohydrates are starches." Describe the design of an activity to test your answer.
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EAnswer 10:
Raman's statement means that while all starches are a type of carbohydrate, there are
other carbohydrates that aren't starches. To test this, gather samples like sugar, rice, and
potatoes. Perform an iodine test by adding iodine solution to each sample. If the sample
turns blue-black, it contains starch. Only starches will show this colour change, while
other carbohydrates (like sugar) will not react the same way. This demonstrates that not
all carbohydrates are starches.
Question 11:
While using iodine in the laboratory, a few drops of iodine fell on Mishti's socks and a
few fell on her teacher's saree. The drops of iodine on the saree turned blue-black while
the colour on the socks did not change. What can be a possible reason?
EAnswer l1:
The possible reason for the iodine drops turning blue-black on Mishti's teacher's saree
but not on her socks is that the saree contains starch, likely used in the finishing process
of the fabric. Starch reacts with iodine to producea blue-black colour. On the other hand,
Mishti's socks do not contain starch, so there is no colour change when iodine is applied.

Question 12:
Why are millets considered a healthy choice of food? Can eating just millets suffice for
the nutritional requirements of the body? Discuss.
EAnswer 12:
Millets are considered a healthychoice of food because they are highly nutritious grains
rich in vitamins, minerals like iron and calcium, and dietary fibres. They help in
maintaining normal body functions and contribute to a balanced diet. However, eating
only millets cannot suffice for the nutritional requirements of the body as a balanced diet
requires a variety of foods to provide all essential nutrients like proteins, fats, vitamins,
and minerals.

Question 13:
You are given a sample of a solution. How would you check the possibility of it being an
iodine solution?
CAnswer 13:
To check if a given solution is iodine, perform a starch test. Take a piece of a food item
known to contain starch, like a slice of potato or bread. Place a few drops of the solution
on the food item. If the solution is iodine, it will react with the starch in the food and turn
blue-black. This colour change confirms the presence of iodine in the solution.

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While millets are a healthy choice due to their richness in vitamins, minerals, and dietary fibres, they alone cannot fulfill all nutritional requirements. A balanced diet needs variety to provide all essential nutrients such as proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals that millets alone might lack .

Raman's statement is valid because starchy foods are a type of carbohydrate, but there are other carbohydrates such as sugars that do not contain starch. Experimentally, this can be demonstrated using an iodine test; substances that turn blue-black contain starch. Performing this test on various carbohydrates like sugar and potatoes will show that only starch-containing substances undergo this color change .

Vitamin D is administered alongside calcium because it aids in the absorption of calcium, which is crucial for strengthening bones and facilitating bone healing. Without adequate vitamin D, the body cannot absorb calcium efficiently, potentially compromising bone health .

Night blindness is a condition often resulting from a deficiency in vitamin A, which is crucial for maintaining healthy vision in low light. To mitigate its risks, one should include vitamin A-rich foods in their diet, such as carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, and mangoes .

Foods can act as medicine by providing essential nutrients that help prevent or cure diseases. For example, vitamin A-rich foods like carrots and sweet potatoes can help prevent night blindness. Similarly, fibre-rich foods such as whole grains and vegetables can aid digestion and prevent constipation .

Iodine reacts with starch by producing a blue-black color, which occurs in starch-containing fabrics often finished with starch. This reaction does not occur on non-starch fabrics, as no starch is present to react with iodine, thus resulting in no color change .

Spinach and other leafy greens are packed with vitamins and minerals, making them highly nutritious. However, they might be less enjoyable for some due to their bitter taste and texture, which might not appeal to everyone's palate, especially when compared to more flavourful but less healthy options .

Medu should include more vegetables and fruits in his diet to increase fibre intake, which aids digestion and prevents constipation. Incorporating whole grains like whole wheat bread and brown rice can also provide dietary fibres. Switching to healthy snacks like nuts and seeds, instead of processed foods like biscuits, will help alleviate stomach issues .

Fresh fruit is preferable over canned or fruit juice because it contains more dietary fibre and nutrients compared to juices, which might have added sugars and preservatives. Whole fruits retain their natural fiber, aiding digestion and delivering a fuller range of nutrients .

Traditional culinary practices in India involved using chulhas for cooking and manual grinding tools like sil-batta. Modern practices emphasize using fresh, locally grown ingredients, leveraging modern gas stoves and electric appliances, and incorporating pre-packaged and processed foods due to lifestyle changes, technological advancements, and the influence of global cuisines .

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