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Human Body- Food we Eat — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 4 · Science

What Human Body- Food we Eat covers in ICSE Class 4 Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 4 Science syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 4 Science · 2026-27

Topics in Human Body- Food we Eat

1

Nutrients in Food

  • Our body needs five main nutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals.
  • Carbohydrates and fats give us energy.
  • Proteins help build and repair body parts like muscles and skin.
2

Vitamins and Minerals

  • Vitamin A keeps our eyes and skin healthy — found in carrots and spinach.
  • Vitamin C keeps our gums and skin strong — found in oranges and lemons.
  • Vitamin D helps bones grow strong — we get it from sunlight and milk.
3

Water and Roughage

  • Water helps in digestion, blood circulation, and removing waste.
  • We should drink 6–8 glasses of water every day.
  • Fruits like watermelon and oranges have a lot of water.
4

Balanced Diet and Food Wastage

  • A balanced diet has all nutrients in the right amounts.
  • It includes carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water, and roughage.
  • Different people need different diets — children need more proteins, workers need more carbohydrates.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Nutrition and Balanced Diet

NutrientsCarbohydratesProteinsFatsVitaminsMineralsWaterRoughage

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What are the important topics in Human Body- Food we Eat for ICSE Class 4 Science?
Key topics in Human Body- Food we Eat include Nutrients in Food, Vitamins and Minerals, Water and Roughage, Balanced Diet and Food Wastage. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 4 exams.
How should I revise Human Body- Food we Eat for Class 4 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Human Body- Food we Eat. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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