Food We Eat Chapter Notes | Environmental Studies Class 2 ICSE PDF Download

Introduction

We need food to live and grow big. Food keeps us strong and healthy. It gives us energy to play, work, and study. We get food from plants and animals. In this chapter, we learn why food is important, the different types of food, and how to eat in a healthy way.

Food Groups

• We eat different kinds of food to stay healthy.
• A balanced diet means eating food from all food groups.
• A balanced diet helps us grow strong and stay fit.

Energy-Giving Food

• Some foods give us energy to work and play.
• These foods are called energy-giving foods.
• Examples of energy-giving foods are rice, bread, potato, sugar, and butter.
• We need energy for everything we do, like running, jumping, and studying.

Bodybuilding Food

• Some foods help our bones and muscles grow strong.
• These foods are called body-building foods.
• Examples of body-building foods are grains, peas, pulses, milk, eggs, and meat.
• These foods make our body strong so we can play and work well.

Protective Food

• Some foods keep us safe from sickness and help us stay healthy.
• These foods are called protective foods.
• Examples of protective foods are fruits like banana, mango, papaya, orange, and cherry.
• Vegetables like spinach, capsicum, cauliflower, and tomato are also protective foods.
• Milk is a protective food too.
• We eat some fruits raw, like bananas and oranges.
• We cook some vegetables to make them soft and tasty.

Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian

• A vegetarian eats only food from plants, like fruits, vegetables, and grains.
• A vegetarian does not eat eggs, meat, or seafood.
• A non-vegetarian eats food from both plants and animals.
• A non-vegetarian eats eggs, meat, and seafood along with plant foods.

Meals

• We eat meals together with our family and friends.
• We usually eat three main meals every day.
• The three meals are breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• We eat breakfast in the morning.
• We eat lunch in the afternoon.
• We eat dinner at night.

Fun Fact

• Brunch is a meal we eat late in the morning.
• Brunch takes the place of breakfast and lunch.

Water

• Our body needs a lot of water every day.
• Water helps us digest our food.
• Water also removes waste from our body.
• We should drink 6 to 8 glasses of water every day.

Grandma Says...

• We should always drink clean water.
• Water should be boiled or filtered to make it safe.
• Dirty water can make us sick.
• Drinking dirty water can cause diseases like jaundice and typhoid.

Fun Fact

We should drink two glasses of milk every day. Milk makes our bones and teeth strong.

Golden Food Habits

• Do not eat food that is stale or not cooked properly.
• Do not eat food from roadside shops.
• Eat your meals at the same time every day.
• Do not eat too much food at one time.
• Wash your hands before eating and after eating.
• Do not eat in a hurry.
• Chew your food properly while eating.
• Rinse your mouth with water after eating.
• Do not eat too many sweets or fatty foods.