Third of schoolchildren don't know that vegetables provide vital vitamins while 7% do not know cheese is a diary product

Almost a fifth of schoolchildren unable to identify sources of proteinFigures based on 1.6million answers to quizzes by children aged 7 to 16Many were 'comparatively savvy' about food hygeine, figures show

By James Rush

PUBLISHED: 23:02 GMT, 29 August 2013 | UPDATED: 05:50 GMT, 30 August 2013

Figures have revealed a third of children don't know that fruit and vegetables provide essential vitamins and fibre

A third of children don’t know that fruit and vegetables provide essential vitamins and fibre, figures suggest.

One in every 14 schoolchildren also do not know that cheese is a dairy product, exam revision service Education Quizzes has said.

Based on 1.6 million answers to quizzes undertaken by children aged seven to 16, the figures show that one in four are unaware that carbohydrates provide energy for the body.

And almost a fifth were flummoxed when they were asked to identify sources of protein such as meat or fish.

Meanwhile, 29 per cent don’t know that cardiovascular exercise strengthens hearts and just over half didn’t know that drinking alcohol damages the liver.

The organisation said that too many children are 'fundamentally clueless' about basic health and nutrition facts.

But many were 'comparatively savvy' about food hygiene, a spokesman said, with 92 per cent knowing that separate chopping boards for raw and cooked foods could prevent the spread of bacteria.

And 84 per cent knew that good food hygiene prevents food poisoning.

Colin King, co-founder of Education Quizzes, said: 'These findings should serve as an extra incentive for parents looking to kick start a healthy regime as their kids head back to school.

'Despite health and food appearing on the PSHE (personal, social, health and economic) and science syllabuses, clearly we’re failing. Not only are we seeing more inactive children, but too many are also fundamentally clueless when it comes to the basic facts about health.

Exam revision service Education Quizzes has said too many children are 'fundamentally clueless' about basic health and nutrition facts

'It’s also interesting to compare the results around food hygiene where young people seem comparatively savvy.

'My guess is it comes down to scaremongering from adverts for cleaning products that have a big impact on kids, perhaps suggesting that there’s room for a TV awareness campaign.

'If shock tactics gets more kids to eat their greens, then we should consider it.'

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Renea Collection: Uniquely Everyday Product Designs From The 3-D Abstract Oil Paintings of Renea Menzies

    HOUSTON, TX, June 14, 2013 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Renea Menzies, a Texas abstract artist, is known for sculpting heavy oil paint and vibrant color to captivate her audience with an amazing line of one-of-a-kind products. As an international model, she had the privilege of traveling abroad and experiencing the world at a very early age. During her extensive travels, she acquired a unique sense of style and zest for life in which she translates into her own unique art form.

Renea is now showing in cities across the nation such as Aspen, Boston, Santa Fe, New Orleans and Scottsdale she has decided to expanding the utilization of her artwork. Renea came up with a plan to print visuals of her abstract paintings onto everyday items. Renea's early life experiences have made it easy for her to take expand her art to the "lifestyle" products that she is proud to present this summer. Her art has an infinite amount of design possibility, the bold color from her art transcend beautifully onto her products.

The collection made from her art will be exhibited at the licensing show at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas June 18-20th. Her designs represent and capture her vibrant use of color and the elevated surface that Renea Menzies' art conveys. Her individualism and sense of unique style will soon capture the hearts of the people yet again. Incorporating all that she is and all that she ever wanted to be, Renea skillfully combines her knowledge of composition, color and design with her new fabric line and products to create a aesthetically appealing collection.

Renea's designs include items such as I-phone cases, handbags; shower curtains, binders, bedding and various others everyday items. Her fabric line consists of thoughtfully selected fabrics that are perfect for constructing dresses, pillows, ties, and other items. Her intricately designed umbrella line has proven to be a favored product of her collectors. The three-dimensional textures of her abstract Paintings accompanied by stylized patterns have made the umbrellas a big hit.

Most of the line is abstract and floral in nature yet during the process of creating this line Renea also discovered that her art has a similar affect as fractals, witnessing these geometric patterns change in front of her eyes she discovered the unlimited possibilities of her designs, it is truly amazing.

What makes this product line different from any other is the illusion of texture on a flat surface. Her ability to take a flat surface, display her beautiful paintings, and bring it to life has really proven to be captivating to the human eyes. Her designs are to everyone whether young or old because they can be translated onto so many products.

"My intention is not to replicate nature in its entirety, but to vibrantly portray the distinctive form and movement of each petal and leaf. I sculpt and texturize to reflect both the luminous light and the esoteric shadow of each individual floret. My ambition to convey life is echoed in the detail of each heavily textured flower, bringing exclusivity and vitality to every piece." Renea Menzies

For more information on Renea Menzies' art collection and products you can visit her website and online art gallery www.reneamenzies.com or contact the studio rm@stuidorenea.com.713-806-7076.

Studio Renea is an artist website that is creating everyday products using the art for the design. Artist Statement "My creative soul was inspired by a desire to evoke my emotions at the deepest level with vibrantly colored swirls that exude off the canvas and into the heart of the viewer."

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