Factors, Characteristics, Vitamins, 3 Ways of Preparing Vegetables

Question 1

What are the 5 characteristics of high-quality food?

Answer 1

1.) Minimally processed
2.) Organic
3.) Contains real ingredients
4.) Local
5.) Seasonal

Question 2

Factors to consider in choosing good quality vegetables

Answer 2

1.) Freshness
2.) Absence of decay or insect infestation
3.) No mechanical damage or injury
4.) Right degree of maturity
5.) Variety

Question 2

Give ALL examples of green leafy vegetables that give Vitamin A.

Answer 2

• alugbati
• ampalaya leaves
• kalabasa leaves
• malunggay
• petchay
• sili leaves

Question 3

Vitamin C examples

Answer 3

• cabbage-type vegetables
• bell peppers
• lettuce
• potatoes
• dark green and yellow vegetables

Question 4

Vitamin B - complex examples

Answer 4

• ampalaya tops
• kulitis
• pepper leaves
• saluyot
• dried beans

Question 5

What are carbohydrates molecules with more than 20 - sugar residue?

Answer 5

Complex Carbohydrates

Question 6

What are complex carbohydrates also known as?

Answer 6

Polysaccharide

Question 7

EXAMPLES of carbohydrates

Answer 7

• wheat bran
• whole grain breads and cereals
• cabbage
• carrots
• Brussels Sprouts

Question 8

What are the 3 methods of preparing fresh vegetables?

Answer 8

1. Washing
2. Soaking
3. Peeling and Cutting