Why do we eat food?
Food safety
The Eatwell Guide
Sensory Evaluation and Costing
Food Provenance
Commodities: Cereals
100
What are the three essential things humans need to survive?
Food, water and oxygen (air)
100
When should you wash your hands during food preparation? (at least 2 answers)
Before handling food and after handling raw foods/meat, after touching your hair, face or jewellery, after you sneeze.
100
How many portions of fruit and vegetables should be eaten every day?
5
100
Which sensory characteristic describes how food looks?
Appearance
100
What does origin mean?
The origin of food is where it comes from or where it is produced, grown, reared, or caught.
100
Which macronutrient do cereals mainly provide?
Carbohydrates
200
Are carbohydrates a macronutrient or micronutrient?
Macronutrient
200
What is cross-contamination?
The transfer of harmful bacteria from one food/surface to another
200
Which foods should be eaten less often and in small amounts?
Foods high in fat, salt and sugar
200
Which sensory characteristic describes how food feels in the mouth?
Texture
200
What does locally sourced mean?
Produced close to where it is sold/consumed
200
Which cereal is most commonly used to make bread?
Wheat
300
What are the building blocks of protein called?
Amino acids
300
How can we prevent cross-contamination ?
Keep raw and ready-to-eat foods separate, washing hands thoroughly, cleaning surfaces and equipment, and using separate chopping boards and utensils for raw meat and other foods.
300
Give 3 sources of protein
Tuna, lean mince, eggs, chicken, nuts, lentils, chickpeas
300
How do you calculate cost per portion?
Total recipe cost ÷ number of portions
300
What are food miles?
The distance food travels from producer to consumer
300
Why might wholegrain cereals be a healthier choice?
Contain more fibre which helps keep the digestive system healthy and can help you feel fuller for longer.
400
What is an example of an unsaturated fat?
Avocado, olives, nuts, seeds, oily fish e.g. salmon & sardines
400
How many glasses of fluid should most people drink each day?
6–8 glasses
400
A recipe costs £6.00 and makes 12 portions. What is the cost per portion?
£0.50 (50p)
400
What is this logo and what does it mean?
Fairtrade: Farmers/producers have received a fair price and decent working conditions
400
What is a commodity
A commodity is a raw material or primary product that is bought and sold, often used to make other goods (e.g., food products).
500
What is the function of fibre and give a source?
It keeps the digestive system healthy, regulates blood sugar, lowers cholesterol, prevents constipation.
Source: chia seeds, avocado, raspberries, wholemeal bread
500
Give two benefits of buying local food.
Reduced food miles, fresher food, supports local businesses
500
Name this part, it is the coarse outer part. 
Bran Layers