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Which of the following is/are incorrect statement(s)?
i. Fried food is good for health.
ii. Vitamins protect us from diseases.
iii. Water helps in digestion of food.
iv. Spices are obtained from animals.

evs - i food components simple test for nutrients test for nutrients energy from different food components

  1. i and iv

  2. ii and iii

  3. iv only

  4. i and iii

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fried foods contain high fat, calories and salt. They are cooked in hydrogenated fats(transfats). Eating them can put at a higher risk of developing diseases like heart diseases, diabetes etc.

spices are the substances which are used for colouring, preserving and flavouring the food. They may be in the form of seeds, fruit, leaves, barks etc. They are naturally obtained from plants.
So, the correct option is 'i and iv'.