Classification of Food
1. Define Food Classification
Food classification is the systematic grouping of foods according to their nutrients, functions, source, or chemical composition.
2. Explain the Importance of Classification of Food
Importance of Food Classification:
1. Helps in planning balanced diet.
2. Provides knowledge about different nutrients.
3. Helps in selecting proper food for health.
4. Prevents nutritional deficiency diseases.
5. Helps in growth and development.
6. Makes diet planning easy for different age groups.
7. Helps nurses provide nutrition education.
8. Maintains good health and immunity.
3. Describe Different Types of Food Groups:
Foods are mainly classified into three groups according to their function:
1. Energy Giving Foods:These foods provide energy for daily activities and body functions.
Examples:
* Rice
* Wheat
* Potato
* Sugar
* Oil
* Butter
Main Nutrients:
* Carbohydrates
* Fats
2. Body Building Foods: These foods help in growth, repair and maintenance of body tissues.
Examples:
* Milk
* Egg
* Fish
* Meat
* Pulses
* Soybean
Main Nutrient:
* Protein
3. Protective Foods: These foods protect the body from diseases and help maintain health.
Examples:
* Fruits
* Green leafy vegetables
* Milk
* Eggs
Main Nutrients:
* Vitamins
* Minerals
4. Explain Energy Giving Foods with Examples
Definition:Energy giving foods are foods that supply energy required for body activities, work and maintenance of body temperature.
Nutrients Present:
* Carbohydrates
* Fats
Functions:
1. Provide energy for work and exercise.
2. Maintain body temperature.
3. Help proper functioning of organs.
Examples:
* Rice
* Wheat
* Bread
* Potato
* Sugar
* Ghee
* Butter
* Oil
5. Describe Body Building Foods with Examples
Definition:Body building foods are foods rich in protein that help in growth and repair of body tissues.
Functions:
1. Build muscles and tissues.
2. Help growth of body.
3. Repair damaged tissues.
4. Maintain body strength.
Examples:
* Milk
* Egg
* Fish
* Meat
* Pulses
* Beans
* Soybean
* Groundnut
6. Explain Protective Foods with Examples
Definition:Protective foods are foods rich in vitamins and minerals that protect the body against diseases.
Functions:
1. Increase body resistance.
2. Protect against infections.
3. Maintain normal body functions.
4. Keep skin, eyes and bones healthy.
Examples:
* Orange
* Mango
* Spinach
* Carrot
* Tomato
* Cabbage
* Milk
* Fruits and vegetables
