The food groups
Carbohydrates give energy (rice, bread, pasta). Proteins build muscle (eggs, beans, meat). Fats store energy (nuts, oils). Vitamins and minerals keep your body running (fruits, vegetables). Water keeps everything moving.
Why balance matters
Eating too much of one thing or too little of another can make you tired, sick, or unable to grow well.
Fibre
Fibre (from veg, fruit and whole grains) helps your digestive system move food through smoothly.
🔑 Key Terms
- Carbohydrate
- A nutrient that gives you energy.
- Protein
- A nutrient that helps build and repair your body.
- Fibre
- Part of plant foods that helps digestion.
Did you know?
Children should drink about 6–8 glasses of water a day — that's nearly 2 litres!
Try it at home: Rainbow plate
- At your next meal, count how many different colours are on your plate.
- Aim for at least 4 different colours.
- More colours = more vitamins!