LSK2601
ASSIGNMENT 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 17 JULY 2025
, Question 1 [25 marks]
1.1 Using basic food groups to improve child health
(4 x 2 = 8)
1. Carbohydrates: Parents can include whole grains such as brown bread, rice, or
maize meal to provide energy. For example, a healthy lunch could include a
peanut butter sandwich on whole-wheat bread.
2. Proteins: Add more protein-rich foods like eggs, lean meat, beans, or lentils to
support body repair and immune function.
3. Fruits and Vegetables: Include a variety of fruits and vegetables such as
apples, bananas, carrots, and spinach for vitamins and minerals.
4. Dairy: Provide milk or yoghurt to strengthen bones and teeth through calcium
intake.
1.2 Roles of the NSSA vs. NSNP
(12 marks)
Nutrition Society of South Africa National School Nutrition Programme
(NSSA) (NSNP)
Objectives Objectives
Promotes scientific knowledge of
Enhances learning capacity by providing meals.
nutrition.
Reduces short-term hunger and improves
Educates public and professionals.
focus.
ASSIGNMENT 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 17 JULY 2025
, Question 1 [25 marks]
1.1 Using basic food groups to improve child health
(4 x 2 = 8)
1. Carbohydrates: Parents can include whole grains such as brown bread, rice, or
maize meal to provide energy. For example, a healthy lunch could include a
peanut butter sandwich on whole-wheat bread.
2. Proteins: Add more protein-rich foods like eggs, lean meat, beans, or lentils to
support body repair and immune function.
3. Fruits and Vegetables: Include a variety of fruits and vegetables such as
apples, bananas, carrots, and spinach for vitamins and minerals.
4. Dairy: Provide milk or yoghurt to strengthen bones and teeth through calcium
intake.
1.2 Roles of the NSSA vs. NSNP
(12 marks)
Nutrition Society of South Africa National School Nutrition Programme
(NSSA) (NSNP)
Objectives Objectives
Promotes scientific knowledge of
Enhances learning capacity by providing meals.
nutrition.
Reduces short-term hunger and improves
Educates public and professionals.
focus.
