food groups
how many food groups are there?
5
definition of nutrition?
the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth
How do I know the food I cooked is safe to eat?
Make sure all meat is cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees. Use a meat thermometer to measure.
what is the title on a food label?
nutrition facts
what are the names for each food groups?
vegetables, fruit, protein, grains, and dairy
definition of vitamins?
any of a group of organic compounds which are essential for normal growth and nutrition and are required in small quantities in the diet because they cannot be synthesized by the body
When I’m reheating leftovers, does it still have to reach a certain temperature?
If reheating leftovers, you should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees to be sure to kill any bacteria
what is the first thing listed on nutrition label after the title?
calories
what food group would carrots belong to?
vegetables
definition of sugar?
a sweet crystalline substance obtained from various plants
what should you always do before cooking for yourself or others?
wash your hands
what is a low daily value
5% or less
what food group does bread belong to?
grains
definition of vegan?
a person who does not eat any food derived from animals and who typically does not use other animal products
what should you do with fruits or vegetables before using them?
Rinse fresh fruits and vegetables under running water.
what is a high daily value
20% or higher
what food group does milk belong to?
Dairy
definition of vegetarian?
a person who does not eat meat, and sometimes other animal products, especially for moral, religious, or health reasons.
what should you do to the area you will be cooking in before you start cooking?
clean area to get rid of germs
what is a DV%
shows how much a nutrient in a serving of a food contributes to a total daily diet.