Food Safety & Kitchen Skills
What is Salmonella?
This specific type of bacteria would most likely be associated with raw chicken
What is Iron?
A lack of this mineral in the diet is the cause of the condition known as Anaemia
What is Osteoporosis?
A medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile from loss of tissue. This condition can be prevented by consuming more Calcium and Vitamin D.
What is Coeliac Disease / Gluten Intolerance?
This is a common food allergy that requires a person to strictly avoid all foods containing gluten.
Is letting food cool down completely before placing in fridge good or bad and why?
This is the food hygiene practice you should NOT do, as it helps bacteria grow before refrigeration
What is Protein?
The essential nutrient whose primary function is to build and repair cells and tissues.
What is Metabolism?
This is the term for all the chemical processes that occur within a living organism to maintain life.
why is fibre important for the elderly?
to prevent constipation and manage cholesterol
What are Ingredients/Measurements, Method/Steps, Equipment List, and Cooking Time/Temperature?
These are four important things a recipe should include to make it easy to follow and cook successfully.
Name all six essential nutrients and state one function for each
Carbohydrates (Energy), Protein (Growth/Repair), Fats (Stored Energy/Protection), Vitamins (Body Regulation), Minerals (Body Regulation/Structure), and Water (Hydration/Transport)
What is the difference between Undernutrition and Overnutrition
Undernutrition is a lack of nutrients, while Overnutrition is an excess of nutrients
What is Cultural Factors?
includes the influence of tradition, religion, and special festivals on food habits
is letting food cool down completely before placing in fridge good or bad?
This is the food hygiene practice you should NOT do, as it helps bacteria grow before refrigeration
What is Protein?
The essential nutrient whose primary function is to build and repair cells and tissues.
What is Osteoporosis?
a medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile from loss of tissue
Why is fibre important for the elderly
to prevent constipation and manage cholesterol
What are Ingredients/Measurements, Method/Steps, Equipment List, and Cooking Time/Temperature?
These are four important things a recipe should include to make it easy to follow and cook successfully
Name all six essential nutrients and state one function for each.
Carbohydrates (Energy), Protein (Growth/Repair), Fats (Stored Energy/Protection), Vitamins (Body Regulation), Minerals (Body Regulation/Structure), and Water (Hydration/Transport)
What is the difference between Undernutrition and Overnutrition
Undernutrition is a lack of nutrients, while Overnutrition is an excess of nutrients
What is Cultural Factors?
includes the influence of tradition, religion, and special festivals on food habits