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Taking Care of Body

Like we eat healthy food to keep our body fit likewise, we should also give rest to our
body. For example - we should sleep for at least 6-8 hours every day. If we do not take
enough sleep then our body will not function properly. Hence, we will fall ill.
Correct posture is also essential for our healthy body. While standing our body should
be erect and straight. When we sit, we should keep our back straight. If we sit or stand
in the wrong position then it will lead to pain in our legs, arms and joints.
Running, walking and gardening are good for our body. Regardless of what you do,
regular exercise and physical activity are the path to health and well-being. Exercise
burns fat, builds muscle, lowers cholesterol, eases stress and anxiety, and lets us sleep
restfully. We should also play games like cricket, basketball, etc.

Sleeping child Correct posture Exercising boy

Let’s
Revise

 We need food to live and survive.
 Food provides nutrition that gives us energy to grow and to be fit and healthy.
 Carbohydrates serve as the main source of energy to the body.
 Proteins are required for promoting growth and for the building of our body.
 Vitamins and minerals protect our body from diseases and keep us fit.
 The edible parts of plant that cannot be digested by us are known as roughage.

Points to Remember

Roughage : The edible part of plant which cannot be digested
Diet : The kind of food we eat
Posture : The way we carry our body while standing, walking or sitting

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