Dietary Needs Flashcards
What is the function of protein?
- Growth and repair
* 2nd source of energy
What is the function of fat?
- provides insulation
* gives the body some energy
What is the function of carbohydrates?
Provides energy for the body
What is the function of vitamins?
- keeps immune system healthy
- hair and nail growth + strength
- helps to see in the dark
What is the function of minerals?
- Ion helps carry red blood cells around the body.
* calcium Is for strong teeth and bones
What is the function of water?
- keeps us hydrated
* needs for body functions and for waste
What is the difference between macro and micro nutrients? (Give examples)
Macro- needed in large amounts to sustain a healthy diet (protein, fat, carbohydrates)
Micro- needed in tiny amounts, but deficiency can be severe (vitamins, minerals)
Why is water important in the diet?
- cell hydration
- transportation of nutrients
- regulates body temperature
How much of your body is water?
50-70%
How much water do we need a day?
1.5-3litres depending on age, gender etc
Where can you get water from?
- fresh fruit
- fruit juice
- milk
What happens if we don’t get enough water?
- dizziness
- tired
- headache (dehydration)
- low concentration levels
- constipation
- kidney stones
What are DRV’s?
DRV’s are the governments suggestions of how much of each nutrient we should be eating.
what are EARs?
Estimated Average Requirements- the estimated average values of a nutrient needed by different groups e.g males aged 19-50
what are RNIs?
Reference Nutrients Intakes- the estimated values of a nutrient which will be enough for all different groups of people.
What factors change a persons DRV?
- gender
- physical activity levels
- health
- age
What are three recommendations made by the government for a healthy diet?
- eat 5 portions of fruit and veg a day
- reduce fat and sugar intake
- increase NSP intake
What is NSP?
Non Starch Polysaccharide (dietary fibre) is the part of the food which isn’t digested in the body. It helps the bowel movements, reducing constipation and other bowel problems. It is needed for your digestive system to function properly. It can lower cholesterol
What are nutrients?
Nutrients are substances that perform different functions in the body. There is no single food that contains all these essential nutrients that the body needs in order to be healthy.
What temperature is the danger zone?
5-63degrees Celsius
What temperature is room temperature?
Room temperature is about 23degrees
What happens to bacteria in a fridge?
It slows down the reproduction of bacteria
What happens to bacteria in the freezer?
It makes the bacteria dormant
What is a high risk food?
A high risk food is a food that is more likely to give you food poisoning I.e. Rice, chicken, milk
What conditions do bacteria need to reproduce?
- moisture
- food
- warmth (5-63degrees c)
- time
What temperature does meat have to be cooked to to kill bacteria?
72degrees celcius
What is the danger zone (definition)?
The temperature when bacteria grows at its quickest
What are the advantages and disadvantages of standard components?
Advantages:
•consistent
•requires less skill
•less time needed
Disadvantages:
•not as good quality
What is a standard component?
A standard component is a pre-prepared ingredient that is used to make a dish I.e. Pre-made pastry, stock cubes, sauces
What are the six legal requirements for food packaging labels?
- use by date
- product name and description
- manufacturers name and address
- cooking and storage instructions
- ingredients list
- allergy information
What is CAM?
CAM= Computer Aided Machinery is used to control and monitor processes during the mass production of food products
I.e weighing scales, tunnel ovens, metal detectors
What is CAD?
CAD= Computer Aided Machinery is a program used to produce images that can be used in the development of food products e.g packaging labels
What Is one-off production?
One-off production is a specialised production this could be for a wedding cake
What is batch production?
Batch production is a small scale production with a specific amount of products being made to order e.g McVitties Biscuits
What is mass production?
Mass production is large scale production where one product is being made for long periods of time e.g bread
What is continuous flow production?
When the same product is being made 24hours a day on the same line e.g cheese
What is a genetically modified food?
Genetically modified foods are foods that scientists have altered the genes within the food to change its characteristics.
What are nanofoods?
Nanofoods are foods in which the atoms have been rearranged go change the product completely
What are organic foods?
Organic foods are foods which have been grown without the use of chemicals, fertilisers or pesticides. They contain no additives.
What are farm assured foods?
Farm assured foods are produced to meet specific standards for homegrown foods. Their foods must be farmed and packed in the UK and meet strict hygiene, safety and welfare standards.
What can a deficiency of protein lead to?
It can lead to: •having weak hair •lack of energy, •weightloss, •weakness
If severe if can lead to:
•muscle deterioration
•heart problems
•Death
What are proteins made from?
Proteins are made from small units called amino acids. These form a long chain
What happens when proteins are heated?
Some of the weak bonds between the amino acids are broken. This is called denaturing as the properties have changed which means the structure is permanently changed.
What is coagulation?
Coagulation is where something sets. It occurs when proteins are heated.
What are some plant sources of protein?
- beans
- lentils
- peas
- pulses
- quorn
What are some animal sources of protein?
- fish
- chicken
- red meats
- eggs
How can you test to see if an egg is fresh or not? (2ways)
1) see how much thin liquid white there is- the more there is the older it is
2) fill a jug with cold water, If it floats it means that the air sack is big and therefore it is older.
Why should eggs be kept away from strong smelling foods?
Because the eggs air pockets will absorb the smell and the egg will taste like it.
What is egg white made up of?
Egg white is made up of water, protein, and vitamin B
What is the egg yolk made up of?
The egg yolk is made up of protein, fat, vitamin A,D,E and minerals
What are battery eggs?
When the hens have been kept in cages all their life. Unable to move freely.
What are barn eggs?
Hens kept in large barns able to move around freely.
What are free range eggs?
When the hens roam outside freely
What is the British lion mark and why was it introduced?
The mark shows that UK eggs are produced to the strict Lion Code of Practice Rules. It was introduced to eradicate salmonella from egg production.
What are HBPs?
HBPs are High Biological Proteins which are things that contain all the essential amino acids needed in your body.
What are some examples of HBPs?
- meat
- poultry
- fish
- eggs
- milk
- cheese
- yogurt
What are LBPs?
LBPs are Low Biological Proteins which don’t contain all of the essential amino acids, only some
What are some examples of LBPs?
- lentils
- pulses
- beans
What are the two types of carbohydrates?
The two types of carbohydrate are sugar and starch.
What are sugar carbohydrates?
These are carbohydrates that provide quick release energy. Some examples include: •honey •jam •syrup
What are starch carbohydrates?
Starch carbohydrates provide slow release energy Examples include: •potatoes •pasta •bread •rice
Name some thickening agents and say what they are used in.
- plain flour- white sauce/roux
- cornflour- (pure starch)- custard, gravy
- rice flour
What are bulking agents?
This is when the starch is the main ingredient of the dish.
For example:
•rice pudding- rice
•cake- flour
What are gelling agents used for and give examples of uses
Gelling agents thicken sauces and then once it has cooled it solidifies into a firm gel.
•creme caramel
•fruit glazed tarts
How does starch thicken? (Full process)
- Starch and liquid is heated
- At 60•C the liquid passes through the cell walls and the starch granules swell.
- At 85•C the cells burst
- The starch granules are releases and a gel is formed: GELATINISATION
How much can starch swell?
Starch can swell up to 5x it’s original size
What is the definition of a sauce?
A sauce is a flavoured liquid that has been thickened.
What do we use sauce for?
- to add texture
- add flavour
- change/improve appearance
- add moisture
- add colour
- improve nutritional value
What are the three types of sauce?
- Starch based- uses gelatinisation to produce a thick sauce e.g. Cheese sauce
- egg based- the egg coagulates to produce a rich/creamy sauce e.g. Custard
- fruit/veg- puréed to make a smooth sauce e.g. Fruit coulis
What can you do if the sauce is too thick?
Add more liquid to the sauce
What can you do if the sauce is too thin?
You can add more flour (starch) to it.
What can you do if the sauce is too lumpy?
1) you can whisk it with a balloon whisk or sieve it
2) you could use warm milk instead of cold so it doesn’t shock the starch
What are the two sources of sugar and where are they from?
- BEET- Uk and Europe
* CANE- Tropical Countries
How is sugar made from the plant?
The sugar is crushed and mixed with water and liquid is boiled to form sugar crystals. The crystals are then identified by the size and colour.
What are the functions of sugar? Name 7
- preserves and extends shelf life
- bulks food
- sweetens food/drinks
- aerated when beaten with egg or butter
- adds colour
- speeds up fermentation- bread
- stabilises whisked mixtures- meringues
What can excess sugar lead to?
- obesity
- tooth decay
- diabetes
- depression
What is a modified starch? Give examples
This is a starch that has been altered (modified) to perform additional functions to react to different processes. For example in cup a soup or angel delight
What’s the function of salt in bread?
- adds flavour
- strengthens the gluten
- controls yeast action
What’s the function of strong bread flour in bread?
- bulks it
- higher protein level (gluten)
- forms elastic and stretchy texture
- gluten sets when cooked - keeps the bread shape
What’s the function of yeast In bread?
•rising agent- produces co2 which makes the bread rise
What’s the function of the water in bread?
- activates the yeast
- binds ingredient together
- produces steam when baked to help it to rise
What’s the function of oil in bread?
- gives a better texture
- preserves it
- better flavour and colour
What does kneading do in the bread process?
Improves the elasticity of the dough by developing the gluten which helps it to rise.