Practice Worksheet : Chapter 3 – Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body Class 6 Science

(CBSE Class 6 Science – Curiosity Book)

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Class 6 Science – Chapter 3 Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body – Practice Worksheet

Complete Worksheet for Class 6 Science – Chapter 3: Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body (Curiosity Textbook).

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SET – 1 Practice Worksheet Chapter – Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body

Section A – Very Short Answer Questions (1 × 5 = 5)

1. What are carbohydrates?
2. What nutrient is needed for body growth?
3. What is dehydration?
4. What are fats?
5. Name any one micronutrient.

Section B – True/False (1 × 5 = 5)

6. Water helps in digestion.
7. Milk is not a protective food.
8. Roughage helps in bowel movement.
9. Banana is a good source of protein.
10. A balanced diet includes all nutrients in the right amounts.

Section C – Short Answer Questions (2 × 3 = 6)

11. Why do we need proteins?
12. Why should kids avoid junk food?
13. What is meant by mindful eating?

Section D – Long Answer Question (4 marks)

14. Explain the role of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in our daily diet.

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ANSWER – SET – 1 Practice Worksheet Chapter – Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body

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Section A – Very Short Answer Questions (1 × 5 = 5)

1. What are carbohydrates?
   Answer: Carbohydrates are energy-giving nutrients found in foods like rice, wheat, and potatoes.
2. What nutrient is needed for body growth?
   Answer: Proteins.
3. What is dehydration?
   Answer: Loss of water from the body due to sweating or insufficient water intake.
4. What are fats?
   Answer: Fats are energy-rich nutrients that help store energy in the body.
5. Name any one micronutrient.
   Answer: Vitamin A.

Section B – True/False (1 × 5 = 5)

6. Water helps in digestion.
   Answer: True
7. Milk is not a protective food.
   Answer: False
8. Roughage helps in bowel movement.
   Answer: True
9. Banana is a good source of protein.
   Answer: False
10. A balanced diet includes all nutrients in the right amounts.
    Answer: True

Section C – Short Answer Questions (2 × 3 = 6)

11. Why do we need proteins?
    Answer: Proteins help in growth, repair of tissues, and muscle building.
12. Why should kids avoid junk food?
    Answer: Junk food lacks nutrients, contains excess fat and sugar, and affects health negatively.
13. What is meant by mindful eating?
    Answer: Eating with awareness, choosing healthy foods, chewing properly, and avoiding overeating.

Section D – Long Answer Question (4 marks)

14. Explain the role of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in our daily diet.
    Answer:
    • Carbohydrates give immediate energy (rice, wheat).
    • Fats provide stored energy and keep the body warm (butter, nuts).
    • Proteins build and repair body tissues (pulses, eggs).
    • Together they maintain growth, strength, and daily activities.

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SET – 2 Practice Worksheet Chapter – Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body

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Section A – Very Short Answer Questions (1 × 5 = 5)

1. What is a balanced diet?
2. Name a vitamin that strengthens bones.
3. What is malnutrition?
4. What gives instant energy?
5. Name one food rich in fibre.

Section B – True/False (1 × 5 = 5)

6. Millets are good for the body.
7. Vitamin C deficiency causes rickets.
8. Eating too much oily food can cause health problems.
9. Minerals are needed in large quantities.
10. Food habits change over time.

Section C – Short Answer Questions (2 × 3 = 6)

11. Why are vitamins called protective foods?
12. What changes have come in food preparation methods?
13. What are food miles?

Section D – Long Answer Question (4 marks)

14. Describe any four healthy eating habits students should follow.

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ANSWER – SET – 2 Practice Worksheet Chapter – Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body

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Section A – Very Short Answer Questions (1 × 5 = 5)

1. What is a balanced diet?
   Answer: A diet containing all nutrients in proper amounts.
2. Name a vitamin that strengthens bones.
   Answer: Vitamin D.
3. What is malnutrition?
   Answer: Poor health due to lack of proper nutrients.
4. What gives instant energy?
   Answer: Glucose.
5. Name one food rich in fibre.
   Answer: Fruits or vegetables.

Section B – True/False (1 × 5 = 5)

6. Millets are good for the body.
   Answer: True
7. Vitamin C deficiency causes rickets.
   Answer: False
8. Eating too much oily food can cause health problems.
   Answer: True
9. Minerals are needed in large quantities.
   Answer: False
10. Food habits change over time.
    Answer: True

Section C – Short Answer Questions (2 × 3 = 6)

11. Why are vitamins called protective foods?
    Answer: They protect the body from diseases and keep organs healthy.
12. What changes have come in food preparation methods?
    Answer: Grinding stones replaced by mixers; chulhas replaced by gas stoves; more packaged foods used.
13. What are food miles?
    Answer: The distance food travels from the farm to the consumer, affecting freshness and environment.

Section D – Long Answer Question (4 marks)

14. Describe any four healthy eating habits students should follow.
    Answer:
    • Eat fresh fruits and vegetables.
    • Chew food properly.
    • Avoid junk food.
    • Drink clean water.
    • Eat at fixed times and avoid overeating.

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SET – 3 Practice Worksheet Chapter – Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body

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Section A – Very Short Answer Questions (1 × 5 = 5)

1. What is Vitamin A important for?
2. Name a food rich in iron.
3. What is obesity?
4. Which nutrient helps heal wounds?
5. What is the main source of Vitamin C?

Section B – True/False (1 × 5 = 5)

6. Proteins give more energy than carbohydrates.
7. Water helps maintain body temperature.
8. Deficiency of iodine causes goitre.
9. Children need more protein than older people.
10. All fats are harmful.

Section C – Short Answer Questions (2 × 3 = 6)

11. Why should we drink enough water?
12. What is meant by food deficiency diseases?
13. What is roughage? Give one example.

Section D – Long Answer Question (4 marks)

14. Explain the importance of minerals with examples.

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ANSWER – SET – 3 Practice Worksheet Chapter – Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body

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Section A – Very Short Answer Questions (1 × 5 = 5)

1. What is Vitamin A important for?
   Answer: Good eyesight.
2. Name a food rich in iron.
   Answer: Spinach.
3. What is obesity?
   Answer: Excess body fat caused by overeating unhealthy foods.
4. Which nutrient helps heal wounds?
   Answer: Proteins.
5. What is the main source of Vitamin C?
   Answer: Citrus fruits like lemon and orange.

Section B – True/False (1 × 5 = 5)

6. Proteins give more energy than carbohydrates.
   Answer: False
7. Water helps maintain body temperature.
   Answer: True
8. Deficiency of iodine causes goitre.
   Answer: True
9. Children need more protein than older people.
   Answer: True
10. All fats are harmful.
    Answer: False

Section C – Short Answer Questions (2 × 3 = 6)

11. Why should we drink enough water?
    Answer: Water helps digestion, removes waste, regulates temperature, and keeps the body hydrated.
12. What is meant by food deficiency diseases?
    Answer: Diseases caused by lack of specific nutrients, like rickets and scurvy.
13. What is roughage? Give one example.
    Answer: Indigestible fibre that helps bowel movement; example: vegetables.

Section D – Long Answer Question (4 marks)

14. Explain the importance of minerals with examples.
    Answer:
    • Iron forms haemoglobin; deficiency causes anaemia.
    • Calcium strengthens bones and teeth.
    • Iodine supports brain growth; deficiency causes goitre.
    • Potassium maintains water balance.

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SET – 4 Practice Worksheet Chapter – Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body

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Section A – Very Short Answer Questions (1 × 5 = 5)

1. What are protective foods?
2. Give one source of Vitamin D.
3. What is digestion?
4. What are millets?
5. What deficiency causes rickets?

Section B – True/False (1 × 5 = 5)

6. Rice is a carbohydrate-rich food.
7. Fibre helps in growth of the body.
8. Junk foods are low in nutrients.
9. Children do not need proteins.
10. Vitamin B helps in energy production.

Section C – Short Answer Questions (2 × 3 = 6)

11. What is the role of fats in our body?
12. Why is food hygiene important?
13. What is anaemia?

Section D – Long Answer Question (4 marks)

14. Explain the importance of a balanced diet.

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ANSWER – SET – 4 Practice Worksheet Chapter – Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body

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Section A – Very Short Answer Questions (1 × 5 = 5)

1. What are protective foods?
   Answer: Foods rich in vitamins and minerals that prevent diseases.
2. Give one source of Vitamin D.
   Answer: Sunlight.
3. What is digestion?
   Answer: The process of breaking down food into simpler forms.
4. What are millets?
   Answer: Nutri-cereals rich in fibre and minerals.
5. What deficiency causes rickets?
   Answer: Lack of Vitamin D.

Section B – True/False (1 × 5 = 5)

6. Rice is a carbohydrate-rich food.
   Answer: True
7. Fibre helps in growth of the body.
   Answer: False
8. Junk foods are low in nutrients.
   Answer: True
9. Children do not need proteins.
   Answer: False
10. Vitamin B helps in energy production.
    Answer: True

Section C – Short Answer Questions (2 × 3 = 6)

11. What is the role of fats in our body?
    Answer: Fats provide stored energy and protect organs.
12. Why is food hygiene important?
    Answer: Clean food prevents infections and keeps the body healthy.
13. What is anaemia?
    Answer: A disease caused by lack of iron.

Section D – Long Answer Question (4 marks)

Explain the importance of a balanced diet.
Answer:
• Provides energy for activities.
• Supports growth and repair.
• Protects from diseases.
• Helps brain function and organ health.
• Prevents deficiency disorders.

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SET – 5 Practice Worksheet Chapter – Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body

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Section A – Very Short Answer Questions (1 × 5 = 5)

1. What is nutrition?
2. What is Vitamin B12 important for?
3. Name a food rich in healthy fats.
4. What is scurvy?
5. Name one traditional Indian food rich in protein.

Section B – True/False (1 × 5 = 5)

6. Eating seasonal foods is healthy.
7. Carbohydrates help repair tissues.
8. Excess sugar can cause health problems.
9. Dehydration increases energy.
10. All vitamins are needed in small amounts.

Section C – Short Answer Questions (2 × 3 = 6)

11. Mention two signs of iodine deficiency.
12. What are traditional foods?
13. How can students reduce food wastage?

Section D – Long Answer Question (4 marks)

14. Explain any four deficiency diseases and their causes.

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ANSWER – SET – 5 Practice Worksheet Chapter – Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body

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Section A – Very Short Answer Questions (1 × 5 = 5)

1. What is nutrition?
   Answer: The process of taking in and using food by the body.
2. What is Vitamin B12 important for?
   Answer: Healthy nerves and blood.
3. Name a food rich in healthy fats.
   Answer: Nuts.
4. What is scurvy?
   Answer: A disease caused by lack of Vitamin C.
5. Name one traditional Indian food rich in protein.
   Answer: Dal.

Section B – True/False (1 × 5 = 5)

6. Eating seasonal foods is healthy.
   Answer: True
7. Carbohydrates help repair tissues.
   Answer: False
8. Excess sugar can cause health problems.
   Answer: True
9. Dehydration increases energy.
   Answer: False
10. All vitamins are needed in small amounts.
    Answer: True

Section C – Short Answer Questions (2 × 3 = 6)

11. Mention two signs of iodine deficiency.
    Answer: Goitre and slow growth.
12. What are traditional foods?
    Answer: Foods eaten in a region for a long time such as roti, rice, idli.
13. How can students reduce food wastage?
    Answer: Eat only required quantity, store food properly, avoid throwing leftovers.

Section D – Long Answer Question (4 marks)

14. Explain any four deficiency diseases and their causes.
    Answer:
    • Rickets – lack of Vitamin D.
    • Scurvy – lack of Vitamin C.
    • Anaemia – lack of iron.
    • Goitre – lack of iodine.
    • Night blindness – lack of Vitamin A.

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