Misconceptions in Primary Science
By Allen, Michael
“Nutrition: Misconceptions in Primary Science”
Publisher: Open University Press
Pp. 41-53
2010
Type: Anecdotal
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The stomach is located around the navel area.
The digestive system consists of two separate tubes, one for faeces, the other for urine.
- The entire inside of the body is a hollow bag where blood, food and wastes are contained.
- The only reason we eat food is to give us energy.
- It is important to eat protein because it is the body’s main source of energy.
- All fat is bad for you.
- All dairy products are good for you.
- Food only contains fat if the fat can be seen.
- Plants get their food from the soil.