Question

Sam munches on some almonds. Identify the food group to which almonds belong.
A) Fruit
B) Milk products
C) Meat and beans
D) Vegetables

Answer 1

Hint: Almonds are the nuts. The almonds are present inside the almond fruit which is a drupe. The almonds are rich in proteins. So it is classified within the food group of proteins.

Complete answer:
Food is essential for the growth and development of our bodies. They provide nutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals and roughage. The food we eat is categorised into 5 groups on the basis of the nutrients they contain.
i) Carbohydrates- Bread, cereals, and other grains.
ii) Proteins- Lean meat, poultry, eggs, nuts and legumes.
iii) Fruits
iv) Dairy products like milk, cheese.
v) Vegetables.

Almonds are a protein-rich food that is highly recommended as a protein source. This is thus included in the food group which contains proteins like beans, meat, soy, legumes, seafood, peas etc.

Fruit- Fruit contains a lot of minerals and roughage. These help in better bowel movement.
Milk products are also the essential source of proteins and fats. Vegetables are also the source of minerals and roughage.

Thus, we can say that the correct answer is ‘C’.

Note: Proteins are the bodybuilding food. The proteins are essential for the growth and development of our body and muscles. Carbohydrates are the energy-giving food. Fats are also the energy giving food and yield more energy as compared to carbohydrates. The minerals are essential as they help us to fight against diseases and improve our immunity. The roughage is essential for a better bowel movement and getting rid of unwanted waste from our bodies.