Nutrition and FoodsNutrition and FoodsChapter 1: Exploring Food Choices

Section 1-1Section 1-1Food and Health

As You Come In

• Bell Work: – Answer the following questions in complete

sentences. Copy questions first.• Why do we eat? • Define nutrient.• Define nutrition• How do these words relate? How do they relate to

what we eat?

Physical NeedsPhysical Needs

Nutrients: Chemicals from food that your body uses to carry out its functions.

Nutrition: the study of nutrients and how they are used by the body.

Sometimes people refer to nutrition as the effects of a person’s food choices on his/her health

Good nutrition then results from good food choices.

Good NutritionGood Nutrition

Many benefitsHelps you feel goodHelps you look goodGrow Become strongEnergy

Activity

• On scratch paper (ask Ms. Jones) answer the questions found on p. 24 under “For Your Health”

• Score your answers and write the results at the bottom of your answers.

WellnessWellness

Wellness: The philosophy that encourages people to take responsibility for their health. Reflected in both your attitudes and your

behaviors. Wellness choices that influence your

health: Food choicesAmount of physical activityHow you manage your emotionsHow you handle social situations

Psychological NeedsPsychological Needs

Psychological: having to do with the mind and emotionsSecurity, Sense of Belonging, and

Enjoyment

SecuritySecurity

Feeling free from harm or want.Knowing you have the basic

necessities of life. Having enough food helps you feel secure.

Also related to emotional needs and desires.

Sense of BelongingSense of Belonging

We are social people. Food helps to create a bond between

people.Associated with social events. Makes people feel welcome and at

ease.

Family RelationshipsFamily Relationships

Helping with preparation of food and shopping can strengthen your relationship with family members.

Self prideCustoms and traditions- make you

feel a part of a larger group of people.

EnjoymentEnjoyment

Your favorite foodsFood satisfies the senses. Preparing food can also be enjoying. Provides creativity and challenges.

Have you Heard?

• Groups of 2

• Role play situation for class. Explain circumstances before beginning.

• Class decides on white boards what the influence is.

Section 1-2Section 1-2Influences of Food Choices

As You Come In

• Journal– Describe one of your family’s favorite foods.

Why is it so special?– Make a list of 5 events. For each event list a

food that is associated with that event.

Influences on Food ChoicesInfluences on Food Choices

We are members of various social groups.

Many of your food choices begin with the influence of culture, family, friends, and the media.

CultureCulture

Culture: refers to the shared customs, traditions, and beliefs of a large groupExamples: nation, race, religion

Food customs- one aspect of culture. Each culture has its own way of

preparing, serving, and eating foods. Examples: Mexican dish pollo con mole

poblano

Culture, continuedCulture, continued

Because of our lifestyle we are able to try other culture’s foodsExamples: Mexican, Italian, Japanese

FamilyFamily

Most likely the greatest influence on your food choices.

WE learn habits by following our family’s example.

Our food customs often reflect cultural background.

Sometimes we develop our own family traditions. Examples?

We feel comfortable with foods that are familiar.

FriendsFriends

Eating is a social experience. You might learn to accept new cultural

foods when you have friends that have other cultural backgrounds.

MediaMedia

Everyday we are bombarded with messages from a multitude of information sources.Media: TV, Radio, Movies, Newspaper,

Magazines, Advertisements, and InternetAdvertising

Class ActivityClass Activity

P. 29 1-2P. 29 1-2 Scratch paper- answer 1-2Scratch paper- answer 1-2 Discuss in classDiscuss in class

Available ResourcesAvailable Resources

Food choices depend on our resources.

Resources: Objects and qualities that can help you reach a goalExamples: time, knowledge, ability,

equipment, store, and moneyNo one has an endless supply of

resources.

Technology and the Food Technology and the Food SupplySupply

Basic Food Supply Technology: practical application of

scientific knowledge Technology influences the food supply and

therefore your choices. How would your food choices be different

100 years ago? Shipping of food around the world Ready to eat foods

Personal InfluencesPersonal Influences

Lifestyle: A person’s typical way of life; how you spend your time

Values and PrioritiesYour Emotions: Some people rely on

certain foods to make them feel better. Pleasant and unpleasant foods

Section 1-3Section 1-3Food and Culture

As You Come InAs You Come In

Using magazines n your table, find Using magazines n your table, find pictures with your table group pictures with your table group members of 5 different foods members of 5 different foods representing 3 different cultures.representing 3 different cultures. Cut these pictures out and glue to poster Cut these pictures out and glue to poster

board on table. board on table. Identify the culture for the food on the Identify the culture for the food on the

poster. poster. Write all four names on back of poster. Write all four names on back of poster.

Understanding CultureUnderstanding Culture

Define culture .Three things make up culture

GeographyHeritage or ethnic groupReligion

Blending cultures

Understanding Cultural food Understanding Cultural food CustomsCustoms

Involves what is eaten, how it is prepared, how it is served, and how it is eaten

Unique foods to a cultureDietary Laws- rules about what may

be eatenExamples- Jewish no meat and dairy in

same meal; Hindus no beef; Muslims no pork

Cultural EtiquetteCultural Etiquette

Social CustomsServing and eating food

Examples: chopsticks in China, Japan, and Korea; using fingers in India, Afghanistan, Algeria, and Morocco; scooping food with flat bread in Africa

Special OccasionsSpecial Occasions

Holidays, festivals, religious observances

Special foods, not eating certain foods, or not eating foods at all

How Food Customs EvolveHow Food Customs Evolve

Different food customs arise naturally as a result of different circumstances. Refrigerators in Japan

History can help you understand food customs and why the evolved. Available resources, economic

conditions, war, exploration,

A World of Food ChoicesA World of Food Choices

Communication allows cultural influences

Transportation

Section 1-4Section 1-4Food, Science, and Technology

As You Come In

• Think back to your science classes.– Journal:

• Define Food Science. • How do science, nutrition, and food preparation

relate to each other?

Scientific Aspects of FoodScientific Aspects of Food

Nutritional Research: uncovered about 40 nutrients. After discovering a nutrient they study it to see how the body uses it.

Researchers are now studying plant chemicals to see their potential for reducing the risk of certain cancers.

Science of Food PreparationScience of Food Preparation

Governed by natural laws Foods undergo natural and chemical

changes when heated, chilled, mixed, or manipulated in other ways.

A recipe be can be considered a chemistry science experiment.

Changing the recipe will change the results of the product.

Food Science: the scientific study of food and its preparation

ErgonomicsErgonomics

The study of ways to make tools and equipment easier and more comfortable.

Played a key role in design of kitchens and kitchen equipment.

Work simplification: looking for the fastest and easiest method for getting a job done.

Technology and FoodTechnology and Food

New and improved products and processes are formed through technology.

Examples: Food processing plants use computers and

robotics to control quality New packaging forms to increase freshness Fat and sugar substitutes Genetic engineering

The HomeThe Home

Changes in home appliancesPersonal computers

Planning meals

Section 1-5Section 1-5Skills for Food Choices

Bell WorkBell Work

In a list, identify resources you have to complete a family meal

In another list identify the tasks you must complete to prepare a family meal.

Complete sentences: How is managing family meals similar to managing a business?

Skills For Food ChoicesSkills For Food Choices

Critical ThinkingCommunicationLeadershipManagementMaking Decisions

Critical ThinkingCritical Thinking

Involves examination of printed and spoken language in order to gain insights into meanings and interpretations. Reading between the lines of

advertisements or claims

CommunicationCommunication

The sending and receiving of thoughts, feelings, opinions, and information

Effective communicator: able to process and evaluate ads and other media messages concerning food.

LeadershipLeadership

Helping those around you develop positive food goals and attitudes

Setting a good exampleSpeaking out to government officials

ManagementManagement

Refers to specific techniques that help you use resources wisely.

Manage your timeManage your money- comparison

shoppingRecord-keepingOrganizing: your kitchen and your

shopping lists.

Making DecisionsMaking Decisions

Use the decision making process to help you make good decisions

1. Identify decision and your goals2. Consider your resources3. Identify your options4. Consider each option5. Choose 6. Carry out decision7. Evaluate the result