The History of Food
How might the earliest people have discovered this plant as a food source
They could of found this food while they were hunting and saw an animal eat it
Reducing food loss and food waste from farm to table will also help maintain a stable supply of food.
All areas of society must practice sustainability to help ensure the future of the food supply.
Successful agriculture requires a suitable environment to produce crops and livestock for food.
Agriculture and the ENVIRONMENT
To maintain vital functions
To move your muscles
To build and repair tissues
Hunger
Physical
new and improved flavors of foods
not willing to give up taste for health or convenience
pre-made food
mass Media steering towards health
Food trends
After the discovery of fire, how might the use of this food source have changed
the food probably got to close to the fire and they tasted it and realized it tasted better
Certain federal departments oversee food growth, produce, packaging, and labeling in the U.S.
-United States Department of Agriculture(USDA) responsible for inspecting poultry meat and eggs
Food and Drug Administration(FDA) responsible for nutrition facts panel
Government
fasting
traditions
religion
Culture
positive effect
oatmeal helps lower cholesterol
orange juice that contains calcium
probiotic yogurt
Functional Foods
how might the development of farming have impacted the use of this food source
they could now plant it most likely by accident
According to the economic law of supply and demand, producers will provide products if consumers will buy them
Consumer demand for some food products affects more than supplies in local stores
Choosing fair trade products addresses poverty by ensuring that farmers and workers are paid a reasonable wage.
Economics
family values
family customs
busy life style
Family
the way you think and feel about foods
effects how you eat
plays role in food prep
Psychological
what role might this food source have played in the evolution of trade
This food source could be traded for other food
Genetically modified Organism(GMO) are a hotly debated topic in the area of food technology.
Researchers are using technology to affect the nutrient content, availability, and safety of food
Technology
peer pressure
encourage you
Friends
how might this food source have migrated to another continent
this food source could of traveled by boat to another continent to trade for more food.
broadcasting about health
Manufactures use advertising to entice you to try new foods
Mass Media