Milk
Milk is more than just a pleasant drink. It is consumed in many different ways, whether mixed with breakfast 1) ...................... or taken in drinks such as coffee, or simply as an ingredient in a cooked dish. Of course, milk is' a very nutritious food. Because it is an animal protein, it is an important body-building food. Moreover, it contains fat and sugar, both of which provide 2)................. as well as many of the vitamins our bodies need. Milk is also very rich in calcium which is a mineral necessary for healthy teeth and 3)........................ All in all, milk is an excellent food but because it comes from animals great care must be taken to ensure that all harmful 4) ...................are removed before it arrives in our homes.
Fish
Some people decide at a very early age that they do not like fish. This is agreat pity because fish is an excellent food which is very 5).................. for us. There are many different types of fish, which in turn means many different flavours. Some fish, such as sardines and salmon are known as oily fish. Not surprisingly, they provide us with useful 6)......................and fats. Other fish, such as haddock and 7)............. are termed white fish. They contain less fat. but as with all fish, are high in protein and can also give us some of the vitamins we need. Finally, there are shellfish such as crabs and 8)................. These are also rich in protein.' Fish dishes are often very simple to cook but care must be taken not to over- cook the fish as this can quickly destroy the flavour.
Meat
It is possible to remain healthy without ever eating meat Indeed, many people choose not to eat meat . They are called 9) ...................., However, most people do eat meat In Britain, most meat comes from cows, 10)..............or pigs. Meat is a useful part of any diet because it is rich in animal protein. It is therefore an excellent body-building food. Of course, meat can be cooked in many different ways and may be eaten hot or cold. Cooking helps to kill the harmful bacteria in the meat and can also improve the 11).......................... Generally the quick methods of cooking such as grilling and frying are suitable for good quality meat. while the slower methods such as stewing are better for 12).............. cuts of meal.
Vegetables
Vegetables form a vital part of a properly 13)......................... diet because most contain important vitamins, minerals and dietary fibre. People in Britain are fortunate because our 14) ..............makes it easy to grow many high quality vegetables at reasonably low prices. Despite this, many British people still eat far too few vegetables. This is one of the main causes of poor 15) .................in Britain. Some vegetables, such as potatoes, grow underground. They are called root vegetables. Others, such as peas and beans grow in pods. These are termed pod or pulse vegetables.Another group are those whose green 16).............................. are eaten. They are called green vegetables and include lettuce and cabbage.
SHEEP SOLE CEREALS OILS
BACTERIA LEAVES HEALTH CHEAPER
CLIMATE GOOD VEGETARIANS PRAWNS
ENERGY TASTE BONES BALANCED
QUESTIONS.
1) List three different ways in which milk is often taken.
2) Why does milk help to provide energy?
3) Why might dentists remind parents to give their children milk to drink?
4) Why is it a great pity that some young people decide they do not like fish?
5) List the three main types of fish and give two examples of each.
6) List some of the good things which are provided by fish.
7) Give two reasons why meat should be properly cooked.
8) How do the methods of cooking differ for expensive and cheaper cuts of meat?
9) Why are vegetables a vital part of a properly balanced diet?
10) List the three main types of vegetables giving three examples of each. (Only some are in the article.)
11) Suggest reasons why some young people take a dislike to fish and/or vegetables at an early age,
