Food, Nutrition, Health and Fitness
CBSE · Class 11 · Home Science
Step-by-step guide to study Food, Nutrition, Health and Fitness in CBSE Class 11 Home Science. Topics to cover, practice strategy, and time allocation.
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Learn the Theory
Read the textbook chapter carefully. Note down definitions, formulas, and key concepts.
Practice Problems
Solve textbook exercises and additional practice questions. There are 69 questions available for this chapter.
Revise & Test
Revise key formulas and concepts without looking at notes. Take a practice quiz to test your understanding. Mark weak areas for re-revision.
Spaced Revision
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What to Focus On
- Food supplies energy, growth materials, and protective substances.
- Nutrition is the science of food, nutrients, and their action on the body.
- Nutrients are divided into macronutrients and micronutrients.
- Balanced diet means variety, adequacy, and correct proportions.
- A balanced diet gives a safety margin against short-term deficiency.
- RDA is a guideline for practically all healthy individuals.
- Carbohydrate and protein provide 4 Kcal per gram.
- Fat provides 9 Kcal per gram.
- Fat is the most energy-dense macronutrient.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Health means only not being sick.
Fitness and health mean the same thing.
RDA is the same as a person's exact daily requirement.
Memory Tips
Food, nutrition, health, and fitness are distinct but interrelated concepts
Nutrition definition
Balanced diet definition and key features
RDA formula and meaning
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Sources & Official References
- NCERT Official — ncert.nic.in
- CBSE Academic — cbseacademic.nic.in
- CBSE Official — cbse.gov.in
- National Education Policy 2020 — education.gov.in
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