Proteins
Name a food source high in protein
Peas, beans, lentils, eggs, meat, poultry, milk
Name a found source high in saturated fat
ask the teacher!
Name a carbohydrate staple food in Ireland
potatoes, bread (will accept rice)
True or false: Ketchup has hidden sugars
true!
List two culinary uses of eggs
thickening/ setting mixtures, glazing, on their own, as a main course, binding foods, coating
Fats are made up of glycerol and 3 ________ _______
fatty acids
Overconsumption of sugar can lead to... (list two)
obesity, tooth decay, diabetes
True or false: Enzymes are carbohydrates
False- Enzymes are Proteins!
What does LBV stand for? Name a food which is a source of LBV protein
Low Biological Value
What is cholesterol? (Full definition)
A type of fat found in the blood
Carbohydrates are split into 3 groups. Name each group
Sugar, Starch and Dietary Fibre
Fish are classified into 3 groups. Name them!
White fish, Oily fish and Shellfish
Fill in the blanks: Proteins are made up of _________ acids and _____________ links
Amino Acids and Peptide Links
List 2 ways you can reduce fat in the diet
Limit high-fat foods, such as takeaways.
Use low-fat cooking methods (e.g. grilling, steaming or baking) instead of frying.
Choose low-fat, fresh, unprocessed meats. Trim any visible fat from meat before cooking.
Choose low-fat products, e.g. low-fat cheese
Always read food labels to check fat content (particularly saturated fats).
Dietary fibre is also known as...
cellulose or roughage
empty kilocalorie foods are...
Foods high in sugar (like cakes and fizzy drinks) that provide kilocalories but few other nutrients.
These foods should be avoided.
List 3 Safe and hygienic practices for Protein Foods (can be buying, storing, preparing or cooking)
ask the teacher
Omega 3 is a healthy, unsaturated fat found in oily fish. Name 2 benefits of including omega 3 in the diet
Important for brain development and helps to lower cholesterol levels.
List 2 ways you can increase fibre in the diet
Avoid refined carbohydrate foods:
Eat wholegrain carbohydrates instead, e.g.brown bread instead of white.
Choose high-fibre breakfast cereals, e.g.porridge or bran flakes.
Eat plenty of raw fruit and vegetables, withskins on where possible.
Eat nuts or dried fruits, e.g. raisins, apricotsor prunes.
What is the elemental composition of protein?
Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen and Nitrogen