The Amazing World of Food
Hospitality
Name two crops that are commonly grown using agroforestry.
Mushrooms
Cacao
Spices
Coffee
A culture's foods and styles of cooking?
Cuisine
What are two technologies that improve the nutrition of food?
Enrichment and fortification
The length of of time food holds its flavor and quality?
Shelf Life
Familiar foods that make people feel good?
Comfort Foods
Approximately how much of the world's freshwater is used for agriculture? AND
Why is most of the earth's water not used for agriculture?
70%
Saltwater
The practice of creating new recipes by mixing the influences and preparation techniques of different food traditions?
Fusion Cuisine
Foods with ingredients that offer specific health benefits?
Functional Foods
The most widely produced and eaten food in an area?
Staple Food
A person's ability to judge food?
Palate
Why is it important for people to prioritize domestically produced food?
Food shipped great distances may have reduced quality and flavor.
Fasting
What are the three categories of functional foods?
Natural whole foods
Enhanced foods
Foods created by science
Restoring nutrients that were lost in processing?
Enrichment
What are the four key behaviors of wellness?
Being Physically Active
Managing Stress
Avoiding Harmful Substances
What are three main guidelines for organic farming?
Protect the environment
Avoid pesticides
Avoid artificial fertilizers
Treat animals humanely
Why have many cuisines from around the world formed American cuisine?
Immigration has brought diverse food traditions.
What are three ways to improve meal preparation?
Cooking techniques
Kitchen appliances
Computers and the internet
Added nutrients that are not normally found in a food?
Fortification
What are the six aspects of life that are positively affected by food?
Family Ties
Comfort
Entertainment
Adventure
Creativity
Career Opportunities
What are the five reasons food additives are frequently used?
To improve nutrition
To increase food's shelf life
To add flavoring
To maintain texture
To help foods age
Name a food-preparation method (from textbook!) that is shared among global cuisines.
Grains ground into flour
Filled dumplings
Drying and smoking meats
Why is ergonomics important for designing kitchens, appliances, and cookware?
It makes spaces and equipment easier, safer, and more comfortable to use.
How are computers used for meal preparation?
Researching nutritional information.
Online grocery shopping.
Finding, creating, and organizing recipes.