Test: Food, Nutrition, Health & Diseases- 2 - Class 5 MCQ

• Vaccination involves administering a weakened or killed pathogen to stimulate an immune response in the body. This process allows the immune system to recognize the pathogen and produce antibodies against it.
• As a result, if the person is exposed to the actual pathogen in the future, their immune system can respond quickly and effectively to prevent infection.

Carbohydrates are the primary source of quick energy for our body. When we eat foods rich in carbohydrates, our body breaks them down into glucose, which provides us with the energy we need for various activities.

Deficiency of vitamin D can lead to rickets, a condition characterized by weakened and soft bones in children. Vitamin D is crucial for calcium absorption and bone mineralization. Insufficient vitamin D levels can impair bone development and lead to skeletal deformities, such as bowed legs and curvature of the spine.

Beriberi is caused by a deficiency of vitamin B1 (thiamine), not vitamin C. Vitamin B1 plays a crucial role in converting carbohydrates into energy and supporting nerve function. A deficiency of vitamin B1 can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, nerve damage, and cardiovascular problems.

Proteins are often called body-building foods because they help in the growth and repair of our body tissues, including muscles, skin, and organs.

Antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, not viral infections. Viruses are different from bacteria in structure and function, and antibiotics do not have any effect on viruses. Using antibiotics to treat viral infections can contribute to antibiotic resistance and is not recommended unless there is a secondary bacterial infection.

Correct answer is A. Calcium, riboflavin, vitamin A: These essential nutrients are low unless milk or a milkshake is ordered

Junk foods often contain a lot of salt, sugar, and fat. They are considered unhealthy and should be consumed in moderation.

It is generally recommended to drink 6 to 8 glasses of water a day to stay hydrated and keep our body functioning properly.

Measles is a highly contagious communicable disease caused by the measles virus. It spreads through respiratory droplets from coughing and sneezing of an infected person. Measles is characterized by fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a distinctive rash that spreads over the body. Vaccination is effective in preventing measles infection.