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Nutrition and FoodsNutrition and FoodsChapter 1: Exploring Food Choices
Section 1-1Section 1-1Food and Health
As You Come In
• Bell Work: – Answer the following questions in complete
sentences. Copy questions first.• Why do we eat? • Define nutrient.• Define nutrition• How do these words relate? How do they relate to
what we eat?
Physical NeedsPhysical Needs
Nutrients: Chemicals from food that your body uses to carry out its functions.
Nutrition: the study of nutrients and how they are used by the body.
Sometimes people refer to nutrition as the effects of a person’s food choices on his/her health
Good nutrition then results from good food choices.
Good NutritionGood Nutrition
Many benefitsHelps you feel goodHelps you look goodGrow Become strongEnergy
Activity
• On scratch paper (ask Ms. Jones) answer the questions found on p. 24 under “For Your Health”
• Score your answers and write the results at the bottom of your answers.
WellnessWellness
Wellness: The philosophy that encourages people to take responsibility for their health. Reflected in both your attitudes and your
behaviors. Wellness choices that influence your
health: Food choicesAmount of physical activityHow you manage your emotionsHow you handle social situations
Psychological NeedsPsychological Needs
Psychological: having to do with the mind and emotionsSecurity, Sense of Belonging, and
Enjoyment
SecuritySecurity
Feeling free from harm or want.Knowing you have the basic
necessities of life. Having enough food helps you feel secure.
Also related to emotional needs and desires.
Sense of BelongingSense of Belonging
We are social people. Food helps to create a bond between
people.Associated with social events. Makes people feel welcome and at
ease.
Family RelationshipsFamily Relationships
Helping with preparation of food and shopping can strengthen your relationship with family members.
Self prideCustoms and traditions- make you
feel a part of a larger group of people.
EnjoymentEnjoyment
Your favorite foodsFood satisfies the senses. Preparing food can also be enjoying. Provides creativity and challenges.
Have you Heard?
• Groups of 2
• Role play situation for class. Explain circumstances before beginning.
• Class decides on white boards what the influence is.
Section 1-2Section 1-2Influences of Food Choices
As You Come In
• Journal– Describe one of your family’s favorite foods.
Why is it so special?– Make a list of 5 events. For each event list a
food that is associated with that event.
Influences on Food ChoicesInfluences on Food Choices
We are members of various social groups.
Many of your food choices begin with the influence of culture, family, friends, and the media.
CultureCulture
Culture: refers to the shared customs, traditions, and beliefs of a large groupExamples: nation, race, religion
Food customs- one aspect of culture. Each culture has its own way of
preparing, serving, and eating foods. Examples: Mexican dish pollo con mole
poblano
Culture, continuedCulture, continued
Because of our lifestyle we are able to try other culture’s foodsExamples: Mexican, Italian, Japanese
FamilyFamily
Most likely the greatest influence on your food choices.
WE learn habits by following our family’s example.
Our food customs often reflect cultural background.
Sometimes we develop our own family traditions. Examples?
We feel comfortable with foods that are familiar.
FriendsFriends
Eating is a social experience. You might learn to accept new cultural
foods when you have friends that have other cultural backgrounds.
MediaMedia
Everyday we are bombarded with messages from a multitude of information sources.Media: TV, Radio, Movies, Newspaper,
Magazines, Advertisements, and InternetAdvertising
Class ActivityClass Activity
P. 29 1-2P. 29 1-2 Scratch paper- answer 1-2Scratch paper- answer 1-2 Discuss in classDiscuss in class
Available ResourcesAvailable Resources
Food choices depend on our resources.
Resources: Objects and qualities that can help you reach a goalExamples: time, knowledge, ability,
equipment, store, and moneyNo one has an endless supply of
resources.
Technology and the Food Technology and the Food SupplySupply
Basic Food Supply Technology: practical application of
scientific knowledge Technology influences the food supply and
therefore your choices. How would your food choices be different
100 years ago? Shipping of food around the world Ready to eat foods
Personal InfluencesPersonal Influences
Lifestyle: A person’s typical way of life; how you spend your time
Values and PrioritiesYour Emotions: Some people rely on
certain foods to make them feel better. Pleasant and unpleasant foods
Section 1-3Section 1-3Food and Culture
As You Come InAs You Come In
Using magazines n your table, find Using magazines n your table, find pictures with your table group pictures with your table group members of 5 different foods members of 5 different foods representing 3 different cultures.representing 3 different cultures. Cut these pictures out and glue to poster Cut these pictures out and glue to poster
board on table. board on table. Identify the culture for the food on the Identify the culture for the food on the
poster. poster. Write all four names on back of poster. Write all four names on back of poster.
Understanding CultureUnderstanding Culture
Define culture .Three things make up culture
GeographyHeritage or ethnic groupReligion
Blending cultures
Understanding Cultural food Understanding Cultural food CustomsCustoms
Involves what is eaten, how it is prepared, how it is served, and how it is eaten
Unique foods to a cultureDietary Laws- rules about what may
be eatenExamples- Jewish no meat and dairy in
same meal; Hindus no beef; Muslims no pork
Cultural EtiquetteCultural Etiquette
Social CustomsServing and eating food
Examples: chopsticks in China, Japan, and Korea; using fingers in India, Afghanistan, Algeria, and Morocco; scooping food with flat bread in Africa
Special OccasionsSpecial Occasions
Holidays, festivals, religious observances
Special foods, not eating certain foods, or not eating foods at all
How Food Customs EvolveHow Food Customs Evolve
Different food customs arise naturally as a result of different circumstances. Refrigerators in Japan
History can help you understand food customs and why the evolved. Available resources, economic
conditions, war, exploration,
A World of Food ChoicesA World of Food Choices
Communication allows cultural influences
Transportation
Section 1-4Section 1-4Food, Science, and Technology
As You Come In
• Think back to your science classes.– Journal:
• Define Food Science. • How do science, nutrition, and food preparation
relate to each other?
Scientific Aspects of FoodScientific Aspects of Food
Nutritional Research: uncovered about 40 nutrients. After discovering a nutrient they study it to see how the body uses it.
Researchers are now studying plant chemicals to see their potential for reducing the risk of certain cancers.
Science of Food PreparationScience of Food Preparation
Governed by natural laws Foods undergo natural and chemical
changes when heated, chilled, mixed, or manipulated in other ways.
A recipe be can be considered a chemistry science experiment.
Changing the recipe will change the results of the product.
Food Science: the scientific study of food and its preparation
ErgonomicsErgonomics
The study of ways to make tools and equipment easier and more comfortable.
Played a key role in design of kitchens and kitchen equipment.
Work simplification: looking for the fastest and easiest method for getting a job done.
Technology and FoodTechnology and Food
New and improved products and processes are formed through technology.
Examples: Food processing plants use computers and
robotics to control quality New packaging forms to increase freshness Fat and sugar substitutes Genetic engineering
The HomeThe Home
Changes in home appliancesPersonal computers
Planning meals
Section 1-5Section 1-5Skills for Food Choices
Bell WorkBell Work
In a list, identify resources you have to complete a family meal
In another list identify the tasks you must complete to prepare a family meal.
Complete sentences: How is managing family meals similar to managing a business?
Skills For Food ChoicesSkills For Food Choices
Critical ThinkingCommunicationLeadershipManagementMaking Decisions
Critical ThinkingCritical Thinking
Involves examination of printed and spoken language in order to gain insights into meanings and interpretations. Reading between the lines of
advertisements or claims
CommunicationCommunication
The sending and receiving of thoughts, feelings, opinions, and information
Effective communicator: able to process and evaluate ads and other media messages concerning food.
LeadershipLeadership
Helping those around you develop positive food goals and attitudes
Setting a good exampleSpeaking out to government officials
ManagementManagement
Refers to specific techniques that help you use resources wisely.
Manage your timeManage your money- comparison
shoppingRecord-keepingOrganizing: your kitchen and your
shopping lists.
Making DecisionsMaking Decisions
Use the decision making process to help you make good decisions
1. Identify decision and your goals2. Consider your resources3. Identify your options4. Consider each option5. Choose 6. Carry out decision7. Evaluate the result