Food Safety
what is food safety?
food safety refers to handling, preparing and storing food in a way to best reduce the risk of getting sick.
define food groups
a food group is a collection of foods that share similar nutritional properties or biological classifications
what are the five types of food nutrients
carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, minerals, fats
what are minerals?
minerals are nutrients found in different foods that help the body to grow
list 3 principles of food safety?
clean work area, keep utensils clean, wash hands
list the six food groups
staples, food from animals, fats and oil, vegetables, fruits, legumes
which food group is vitamins and carbohydrates linked to
vitamin- fruits
carbohydrates- staples
list three minerals
calcium, sodium, iron, iodine, potassium, zinc, copper, cobalt, fluoride, phosphorus
prevents food allergy or sickness
what are micronutrients?
nutrients that are needed in large amounts
list 3 safe food practices at home
Clean — Wash hands and surfaces often, Separate — Don't cross-contaminate, Cook — Cook to the right temperature, Chill — Refrigerate promptly
how are the six food groups linked to the six food nutrient
the food groups are linked because all the food groups share different nutrients
what are macronutrients?
nutrients needed in small amounts
list three reason why food safety is important to an individual
Food safety is important as it helps to protect consumer from the risk of food borne illnesses
why are food placed in groups
helps to educate persons on the variety of foods that provide a particular nutrient