Food Safety
Principles of Healthy Eating
Macronutrients
Micronutrients
Bread Flour Investigation
Special Diets
Definitions
100
What should you always do before handling food?
Wash your hands.
100
What does the abbreviation PAL means?
Physical Activity Level
100
What are the three macronutrients?
Carbohydrates, protein, and fat.
100
What are the fat soluble nutrients?
Vitamin ADEK
100
Name this type of bread
What is challah bread?
100
What food must people with coeliac disease avoid?
Gluten
100
Deficiency
A lack of a necessary nutrient in the diet, leading to health problems (e.g., iron deficiency can cause anemia.
200
Why should raw meat be stored at the bottom of the fridge?
To stop blood or juices from dripping onto other foods and causing cross-contamination.
200
Which type of fat is healthier: saturated or unsaturated?
Unsaturated
200
Which macronutrient is the body’s main source of energy?
Carbohydrates
200
Why do we need calcium in our diet?
To help build strong bones and teeth.
200
What are the ingredients used to make bread?
Wheat flour, yeast, salt, liquid, fat.
200
If we eat too much of this mineral it could lead to high blood pressure. What is the mineral?
Sodium
200
Dormant
A state in which bacteria or other microorganisms are inactive but can become active again under the right conditions, such as warmth and moisture.
300
What is the danger zone temperature range where bacteria grow quickly?
Between 5°C and 63°C.
300
Why is eating too much sugar bad for your health?
It can lead to tooth decay, weight gain, or type 2 diabetes.
300
These food are rich sources of what nutrient?
Protein
300
Which vitamin helps your body absorb iron?
Vitamin C
300
These two proteins found in flour combine to form a stretchy, elastic substance that helps dough rise and gives bread its chewy texture.
What is Gluten
300
Why might someone follow a vegetarian diet? Give one reason.
Possible reasons: Animal welfare, health, religion, or environmental concerns.
300
Pathogens
Harmful bacteria that cause foodborne illnesses.
400
What type of chopping board should be used for raw meat?
A red chopping board.
400
Name the 5 main food groups from the Eatwell Guide.
Fruit and vegetables, carbohydrates (starchy foods), dairy and alternatives, proteins, oils and spreads.
400
Name TWO saturated fat
Lard, suet, ghee, butter
400
What can a lack of Vitamin D cause?
Rickets or weak bones
400
Name the three main parts of a grain.
Bran. endosperm and germ
400
Someone that has Coeliac Disease should avoid what types of food?
Avoid all foods with gluten (bread, pasta, cakes, etc.).
400
Growth spurt
A rapid increase in height and weight that occurs during childhood and adolescence, typically during puberty.
500
Why is it important to cool leftovers quickly before storing them in the fridge?
To prevent bacteria from growing while the food is still warm.
500
What does “balance” mean in a balanced diet?
Eating the right amounts of each food group to stay healthy.
500
Why is it important not to eat too much saturated fat?Note: Besides gaining weight?
It can raise cholesterol levels and increase the risk of heart disease.
500
What might happen if someone doesn’t get enough iron in their diet?
They may develop anemia, causing tiredness and weakness due to lack of oxygen in the blood.
500
What is the difference between leavened & unleavened bread?
Leavened Bread-Has a raising agent (like yeast or baking powder). The dough rises and becomes soft and fluffy. Examples: White bread, naan, pizza dough.
Unleavened Bread-Has no raising agent. The dough doesn’t rise, so the bread is flat and firm. Examples: Chapati, matzo, tortilla.
500
Give TWO factors that determine the amount of nutrients needed for different people.
Age, health conditions, body composition, environment, level of activity, gender
500
Five-a-day
A guideline recommending five portions of fruit and vegetables daily.
600
Explain the 4C of food safety
1. Cleaning-This helps remove dirt and germs.
2. Cooking-This kills harmful bacteria.
3. Chilling-Fridge should be below 5°C.
4. Cross-contamination-Keep raw and cooked foods apart.
600
What percentage of our diet should come from fruit and vegetables according to the Eatwell Guide?
About 1/3 (or 33%)
600
Why is it important for long-distance runners to eat complex carbohydrates before a race?
Complex carbohydrates (like pasta, oats, or brown rice) give slow-releasing energy. This helps runners maintain energy levels over a long period of time.
600
Which two nutrients work together to keep bones healthy, and how?
Calcium builds bones; Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium.
600
What are the two proteins found in flour?
Glutenin & gliadin
600
What is a safe dairy alternative for someone who is lactose intolerant
Lactose-free cow's milk
Soya milk
Almond milk
Oat milk
Coconut milk
Rice milk
600
Energy dense
Foods that contain a high number of calories per gram, often due to high levels of fat or sugar, such as fast food, chocolate, and fried snacks.