Macro and Micro Nutrients
What are the two main categories of nutrients?
Macronutrients and micronutrients
This piece of equipment is used to measure liquid ingredients accurately. It usually has a spout and measurement markings on the side.
Measuring Jug
Vitamin C is water soluble or fat soluble?
Water soluble
Which vitamin helps with blood clotting?
Vitamin K
Anaemia is caused by a deficiency of what mineral?
Iron
Name the three macronutrients
Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats
This tool is used to check the internal temperature of cooked foods to ensure they are safe to eat.
Food thermometer
What is another name for Vitamin C?
Ascorbic acid
Which vitamin acts as an antioxidant?
Vitamin E
Name two symptoms of anaemia.
Fatigue, dizziness, headaches, shortness of breath
What are the two categories of vitamins?
Water soluble and fat soluble
A handheld tool with multiple curved wires used to incorporate air into mixtures.
Whisk
Why must Vitamin C be consumed daily?
It is not stored and excess is excreted in urine
Which vitamin helps the body absorb calcium?
Vitamin D
Why are women at greater risk of anaemia?
Blood loss from menstruation
Name all four fat-soluble vitamins.
A, D, E, K
This piece of equipment is used to combine ingredients quickly by rotating blades. It can puree soups, make sauces and emulsify dressings.
Blender
Name three B-group vitamins (with number).
B1 Thiamine, B2 Riboflavin, B3 Niacin, B6 Pyridoxine, B9 Folate, B12 Cobalamin
Name two symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency.
Bone pain, muscle weakness, rickets, osteoporosis
Give one animal source and one plant source of iron.
Red meat + spinach/lentils
Why are fat-soluble vitamins at greater risk of toxicity?
They are stored in the liver and fatty tissue and not easily excreted.
This piece of equipment measures ingredients by mass rather than volume. It must be zeroed before use to ensure accuracy in baking.
Kitchen Scales
Explain why low Vitamin C intake may increase risk of anaemia.
Vitamin C enhances non-haem iron absorption; low intake reduces iron absorption.
Explain why clothing style can affect Vitamin D levels.
Less skin exposure to sunlight reduces Vitamin D production
Explain how you would plan a meal to improve iron absorption.
Include iron-rich foods with Vitamin C sources.