Nutrition Basics
What is a "nutrient"?
Something that promotes growth, provides energy, and maintains life.
What percent of your body is water?
~60%
What is the first thing you should do before preparing food?
Wash your hands
What does food culture mean?
Food culture is the collection of practices, beliefs, and social structures that surround food in a community
What is the oldest fast food chain?
White Castle!
What is a macronutrient?
A nutrient that we need a large quantity of in our diet.
What is the main function of carbohydrates?
To provide energy
What are the instructions for making a food called?
A recipe
In Spain at midnight on New Year's Eve, it is considered good luck to eat what?
12 grapes
What food has been used as money?
Chocolate/Cacao beans
What is a micronutrient?
A nutrient that we need a small quantity of in our diet.
What is the main function of protein?
To build and repair the body
What is it called when raw food touches cooked food?
Cross contamination
In what culture is burping considered a sign of respect and enjoyment?
China
What food used to be used as medicine?
Ketchup!
What are the 4 macronutrients?
Carbs, Fats, Protein, and Water
What is the main function of fats?
To protect your organs, transport nutrients and hormones, and provide energy storage
Name at least 3 cooking techniques.
baking, frying, sautéing, boiling, grilling, blanching, steaming, roasting, broiling
Where is Vegemite from?
Australia
What is the most stolen food?
Cheese!
What are the two categories of micronutrients?
Vitamins and Minerals
What is the main function of water?
Maintain homeostasis (by maintaining temperature, electrolyte balance, and transporting nutrients)
What is the fancy French term for preparing all your ingredients and materials before cooking?
Mise en place
What is considered the national dish of Korea?
Bibimbap
What food do chef's in Japan have to train 2 years to be able to serve?
Pufferfish!