Which among the given statements are correct?

1. Washing a fruit after cutting may result in the loss of vitamins.
2. Repeated washing of pulses and rice results in the loss of minerals.
3. Vitamin C gets easily destroyed by heat during cooking.
4. Diet should contain roughage in proper amount.

Keep practicing — related questions

• We should not wash fruits and vegetables after chopping because it leads to ________.
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• It is advised to avoid excessive washing of vegetables and peeling of fruits as it results in the loss of
• Washing of peeled vegetables removes vitamin ….. From them.
• Why should we not wash chopped fruits and vegetables?
• Washing of peeled vegetables removes the vitamin _____.
• Vitamins are easily damaged during cooking. Which method would not help the loss of nutrients?