Allergic –
Having a bad reaction to something (like food or pollen).
Traits –
Characteristics or qualities of a person or thing.
Example:
Eggs and meat are rich in protein.
Toxin –
A poisonous substance.
Example:
Many people prefer conventional farming methods without chemicals.
Modified –
Changed or adjusted in some way.
Revolution –
A big and sudden change in the way things are done.
Alternative –
A different choice or option.
Beta-carotene –
A nutrient found in carrots and sweet potatoes that the body uses to make vitamin A.
Example:
The child was malnourished due to poor diet.
Deficiency –
A lack or shortage of something needed.
Example:
Weeds can take nutrients away from crops.
Host –
The organism or place where another organism (like a parasite) lives.
Example:
The invention of the internet started a revolution in how we communicate.
Example:
Honesty and kindness are good personality traits.
Pesticides –
Chemicals used to kill pests that harm crops.
Example:
Notwithstanding the rain, the soccer match continued.
Example:
She is allergic to peanuts and must avoid eating them.
Example:
Some mushrooms contain deadly toxins.
Example:
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which is good for your eyes.
Example:
The mosquito is the host for the malaria parasite.
Weed –
An unwanted plant that grows in gardens or farms.
Example:
The recipe was modified to make it less spicy.
Example:
The pain began to diminish after taking medicine.
Notwithstanding –
Despite something, even though.
Conventional –
Traditional or usual way of doing something.
Example:
Iron deficiency can make you feel tired and weak.
Diminish –
To make smaller or weaker.
Example:
Farmers use pesticides to protect their plants from insects.
Example:
Vegetables are full of nutritional benefits for your body.
Malnourished –
Not having enough of the right food or nutrients.
Nutritional –
Related to the nutrients or health value of food.
Protein –
A nutrient that helps build and repair body tissues.
Example:
Soy milk is an alternative to cow’s milk.