Briefly describe the role of spices and condiments in Indian diet.

Present the nutritional benefits of fruits.

What is the importance of vegetables in our daily diet? Describe how vegetables are classified, giving suitable examples.

Discuss briefly the nutritive value and uses of Eggs in our diet.

Fermentation and sprouting improves the nutritional quality of pulses'. Justify this statement.

Uses of Nuts and Oilseeds

Nutritive value of Sugar and Jagge

Nutritive value of cereals.

Two methods of preserving perishable foods

Need for food preservation

Briefly describe three steps that you would take to prevent the spread of disease through food.

List the various cooking methods. Explain briefly the effect of cooking on foods.

Improvement in nutritional value by combination of certain foods in our diet.

Meal patterns in India

Present three points you would keep in mind while choosing the right food for your family.

How would you classify food into different food groups? Explain the significance of the food groups. Give examples.

Enlist the effects of deficiency of the following nutrients in the body:

i) Carbohydrates

ii) Fats

iii) Protein

 Briefly state the functions and food sources of the following nutrients in our body

i) Vitamin D

ii) Iron

List the various functions of food in our body. Briefly describe any one function of food, giving examples.

Enumerate the factors which influence our food acceptance and selection.