Lesson 4 of 4 ยท Grade 5 Agriculture and Nutrition
Nutrients and food preservation
15 min
Nutrients
- Carbohydrates: give energy (maize, rice, potatoes).
- Proteins: for growth and repair (beans, meat, eggs, fish).
- Fats and oils: give energy and keep the body warm.
- Vitamins: protect the body (fruits and vegetables).
- Minerals: e.g. calcium for bones (milk), iron for blood (green vegetables, liver).
- Water: helps digestion and removes waste.
Deficiency diseases
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