The NCERT Class 6 Science chapter “Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body” teaches students the importance of eating with awareness and understanding the nutritional value of food. It helps young learners develop healthy eating habits by focusing on what, when, and how they eat.
This chapter explains the role of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals in maintaining a balanced diet. It also emphasizes avoiding junk food, eating seasonal fruits and vegetables, drinking enough water, and following proper hygiene during meals. By learning mindful eating, students understand how food affects growth, energy, and overall well-being.
“Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body” encourages students to listen to their body’s needs and make smart food choices — laying the foundation for a healthy lifestyle from an early age.
Importance of balanced diet and nutrition
Healthy eating habits and food awareness
Effects of overeating and junk food
Role of hygiene and hydration in good health
