Question

Boojho was having difficulty in seeing things in dim light. The doctor tested his eyesight and prescribed a particular vitamin supplement. He also advised him to include a few food items in his diet.

1. Which deficiency disease is he suffering from?
2. Which food component may be lacking in his diet?
3. Suggest some food items that he should include in his diet, (any four)

Answer 1

1. He is suffering from night blindness, which is the inability to see in dim light.
2. Vitamin A may be lacking in his diet because night blindness is caused by the deficiency of vitamin A.
3. Carrot, papaya, mango, milk, green leafy, vegetables, fish oil, etc. are food items rich in vitamin A. Therefore, Boojho should include these items in his diet.