Cereals, Grains, and Legumes
Nutrition and Food Science · Secondary 3 · Food Commodities · 3.º Período

Cereals, Grains, and Legumes

Investigate the structure of cereal grains and the nutritional differences between refined and whole grains. Understand the role of legumes as a vital plant-based protein source.

MOE Syllabus OutcomesMOE O-Level NFS Syllabus 6097, LO 3.3.1MOE O-Level NFS Syllabus 6097, LO 3.3.2

About This Topic

Investigate the structure of cereal grains and the nutritional differences between refined and whole grains. Understand the role of legumes as a vital plant-based protein source.

Key Questions

  1. Why are whole grains recommended over refined grains for better health?
  2. How do legumes complement cereals in a vegetarian diet?
  3. What physical changes occur when grains are cooked in water?

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