Nutritional Health Assignment 1
(P1)
Food processing methods are methods used to turn fresh foods into food products. There a
positive and negative effects of these methods. One example of a food processing method
would be freezing. In this process vitamins such as B and C are lost. However, freezing food
keeps it safe by preventing microorganisms from growing, and also slows down the enzyme
activity. This is good because fast enzyme activity causes the food to spoil. Another food
processing method is canning. The effect of this process unfortunately makes the food less
nutritious than fresh or frozen foods, however it preserves most of a foods nutrient but may
damage certain vitamins. Lastly, another food processing method is drying. The effect of this
process destroys some nutrients like Vitamin C, however it removes enough moisture so
bacteria, yeast, and moles cannot grow.
Food preparation methods are how raw ingredients are transformed into something that is
ready to be consumed. One example of a food preparation method is steaming. This leaves
a positive effect on the food as although it does reduce some Vitamin C, it retains the
nutritional value of the food, conserves fibre, colour, texture, and flavour of vegetables.
Another method is boiling the food which effects it by reducing vitamin c content more than
any other cooking method.
The eat well plate is a summary of the main food groups and their recommended
proportions for a healthy diet. It divides the foods and drinks we consume into five main
groups. The five food groups are fruit and vegetables, carbohydrates, oils and spreads, dairy,
and proteins. The eat well plate says to eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and
vegetables a day and they should make up over a third of your plate. Choose from fresh,
frozen, canned, dried or juiced. A portion according to the eat well plate is 80g.
Fortunately, the guide applies to most people whether they’re a healthy weight or
overweight. Anyone with dietary requirements or medical needs may want to check with a
dietician to help them adapt the eat well plate to meet their individual needs.
The five food groups are
fruit and vegetables
bread, other cereals and potatoes
Milk and dairy products
Foods containing fats and foods containing sugars
Meat, fish, and alternatives
Fruit and vegetables are good for your diet as they’re full of vitamins antioxidants and fibre
that keep you feeling full and your digestive system healthy. By eating a wide variety of fruit
and veg, you’ll be getting a range of the important nutrients they contain. Starchy foods
should make up just over a third of everything you eat. This means your meals should be
based on these foods. Choose wholegrain or wholemeal varieties of starchy foods, such as
brown rice, wholemeal bread or higher fibre white bread. For example, potatoes with the
skins on are a great source of fibre and vitamins. Milk and dairy foods, such as cheese and
yoghurt, are good sources of protein. They also contain calcium, which helps keep your
bones healthy.
(P1)
Food processing methods are methods used to turn fresh foods into food products. There a
positive and negative effects of these methods. One example of a food processing method
would be freezing. In this process vitamins such as B and C are lost. However, freezing food
keeps it safe by preventing microorganisms from growing, and also slows down the enzyme
activity. This is good because fast enzyme activity causes the food to spoil. Another food
processing method is canning. The effect of this process unfortunately makes the food less
nutritious than fresh or frozen foods, however it preserves most of a foods nutrient but may
damage certain vitamins. Lastly, another food processing method is drying. The effect of this
process destroys some nutrients like Vitamin C, however it removes enough moisture so
bacteria, yeast, and moles cannot grow.
Food preparation methods are how raw ingredients are transformed into something that is
ready to be consumed. One example of a food preparation method is steaming. This leaves
a positive effect on the food as although it does reduce some Vitamin C, it retains the
nutritional value of the food, conserves fibre, colour, texture, and flavour of vegetables.
Another method is boiling the food which effects it by reducing vitamin c content more than
any other cooking method.
The eat well plate is a summary of the main food groups and their recommended
proportions for a healthy diet. It divides the foods and drinks we consume into five main
groups. The five food groups are fruit and vegetables, carbohydrates, oils and spreads, dairy,
and proteins. The eat well plate says to eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and
vegetables a day and they should make up over a third of your plate. Choose from fresh,
frozen, canned, dried or juiced. A portion according to the eat well plate is 80g.
Fortunately, the guide applies to most people whether they’re a healthy weight or
overweight. Anyone with dietary requirements or medical needs may want to check with a
dietician to help them adapt the eat well plate to meet their individual needs.
The five food groups are
fruit and vegetables
bread, other cereals and potatoes
Milk and dairy products
Foods containing fats and foods containing sugars
Meat, fish, and alternatives
Fruit and vegetables are good for your diet as they’re full of vitamins antioxidants and fibre
that keep you feeling full and your digestive system healthy. By eating a wide variety of fruit
and veg, you’ll be getting a range of the important nutrients they contain. Starchy foods
should make up just over a third of everything you eat. This means your meals should be
based on these foods. Choose wholegrain or wholemeal varieties of starchy foods, such as
brown rice, wholemeal bread or higher fibre white bread. For example, potatoes with the
skins on are a great source of fibre and vitamins. Milk and dairy foods, such as cheese and
yoghurt, are good sources of protein. They also contain calcium, which helps keep your
bones healthy.
