What is the main nutritional contribution of the cereal group?
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Correct answer: Energy-giving carbohydrates
Cereals such as rice, wheat, maize and millet are important sources of starch, a carbohydrate that supplies energy. Whole cereals also provide fibre, some protein, vitamins and minerals, but their principal contribution in the food-group classification is energy-providing carbohydrate. Whole grains are generally more nutritious.
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Energy-giving carbohydrates
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Cereals such as rice, wheat, maize and millet are important sources of starch, a carbohydrate that supplies energy. Whole cereals also provide fibre, some protein, vitamins and minerals, but their principal contribution in the food-group classification is energy-providing carbohydrate. Whole grains are generally more nutritious.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Food, Nutrition, Health and Fitness. Topic: Five basic food groups and food guide pyramid.
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