Social Media
True or false: If a person has a large number of followers and refers to themselves as a doctor, their nutrition advice must be accurate.
False. Having a lot of followers or using the title “doctor” does not automatically make someone’s nutrition advice accurate. Check their credentials, area of expertise, scientific evidence, and whether their claims are supported by reliable health sources.
What should you do before preparing food?
Wash your hands and make sure your workspace and equipment are clean.
You see a TikTok claiming that one food causes cancer. What should you do before believing it?
Check reliable sources, look for scientific evidence, and consider who created the post and why.
What tool should you use to check whether steak has reached a safe internal temperature?
A food thermometer.
What is one function of fat, such as butter or oil, in cake?
It adds moisture, contributes to texture, and provides flavor and energy.
What is one sign that a nutrition post might be trying to sell you something instead of educate you?
It uses fear, promises quick results, exaggerates benefits, or they're selling you the solution through their product.
What is smoke point?
The temperature at which a cooking oil or fat begins to produce visible smoke. Heating oil beyond this point can cause it to break down, affecting flavor and potentially producing unwanted compounds.
What is the role of gluten in baking?
Gluten acts as a binder, giving dough its stretchy texture and helping bread rise.
True or false: Supplements are regulated by the FDA.
Bonus 100 for providing an explanation.
False
What is the recommended minimum internal temperature for steak?
Internal temperature (food safety): Steak should reach at least 145°F.