factors effecting food choice

Question 1

what are the 9 factors which effect food choice

Answer 1

availability, cost, culture, religious beliefs, ethical food choices e.g. GM, fair-trade, seasonal food/food miles, medical conditions, marketing and advertising, and labelling

Question 2

what influences peoples food choices

Answer 2

personal preference, time of day, occasion, individual dietary needs

Question 3

what is personal preference influenced by

Answer 3

opportunity to try a variety of food at a young age, family culture, where you live, family religious beliefs

Question 4

How does geography and climate influence world cuisine

Answer 4

geography and climate affects what can be grown in different parts of the world and when it can be grown

Question 5

how does migration influence world cuisine

Answer 5

as people travel around the world and they take their food and culture with them

Question 6

how does religion and culture influence world cuisine

Answer 6

culture and religion is often linked, some religions have dietary law that limit food choices or forbid eating certain foods

Question 7

how does economy influence world cuisine

Answer 7

how much money people have to spend on food will effect the type of ingredients they can afford

Question 8

what is culture

Answer 8

the ideas, customs and social behavior of a society

Question 9

what is a staple food

Answer 9

a food that makes up a large part of a diet. usually starch foods that grow well in the area so are plentiful and cheap

Question 10

what are additives

Answer 10

substances that are added to products to perform specific functions. They are used to improve color, texture and to extend shelf life

Question 11

what are the different types of additives

Answer 11

natural - obtained from natural sources e.g. extracts
synthetic - man-made copies of natural substances
artificial - produced chemically and not copies of substances found naturally

Question 12

what do preservatives do

Answer 12

prevent microbial growth which causes food spoilage and reduces shelf life e.g. nitrate (£249 and E252) added to cured meats, bacon, and ham

Question 13

what do antioxidants do

Answer 13

prevent rencidity and the browning of cut fruit by oxidation e.g. ascorbic acid (£300)

Question 14

what do colors do

Answer 14

restore the original color of the food lost through processing or storage. Ensures a consistent color for each batch during protection.

Question 15

what are convenience foods

Answer 15

foods that have been commercially pre prepared and preserved, usually ready to eat or require little prep

Question 16

what are the advantages of convenience foods

Answer 16

• saves time and effort
• meal prep easier
• long shelf life
• useful for people who can’t cook
• useful for people with physical disabilities
• allows individual preference and dietary requirements
• portion controlled and contains nutritional information

Question 17

what are the disadvantages of convince foods

Answer 17

• quality may not be as good as fresh
• highly processed and contains low amounts of dietary fibre
• high levels of saturated fat, salt, sugar
• more expensive
• contains additives
• use lots of packaging that contribute to packaging waste

Question 18

what are food labels

Answer 18

food labelling regulations 1996 requires the following information to be given on all pre-packed foods

Question 19

what is on the front of the pack

Answer 19

• name of food
• quantity
• country of origin
• best before or use by date
• any special storage information

Question 20

what other information should be found on a food label

Answer 20

• ingredient list
• nutritional information
• reference intakes
• and necessary warnings
• name and address of manufacturer
• instruction for use
• quantitive ingredient declaration

Question 21

what does fair-trade do

Answer 21

sets minimum standards for the pay and conditions of workers, meaning their quality of life will improve short and long term

Question 22

fair trade products can cost ____ but many consider it a _____ price to pay for such ___ ________.

Answer 22

fair trade products can cost more but many consider it a small price to pay for such big benefits

Question 23

how many countries benefit from fair trade and in how many countries

Answer 23

5 million people across 58 countries

Question 24

choices of food can be effected by different _________ e.g. sweet, _______, _____, bitter, ____

Answer 24

choices of food can be effected by different flavors e.g. sweet, savory, salty, bitter, sour

Question 25

senses can also affect peoples food choice such as _____, _______, __________

Answer 25

taste, texture, appearance

Question 26

why is eating seasonal food good

Answer 26

it reduces the energy and associated CO2 emissions needed to grow the food we eat. BY eating seasonal food, food miles are reduced

Question 27

what are food allergies

Answer 27

when our immune system has an extreme reaction to eating a particular food

Question 28

what are the symptoms of food allergies

Answer 28

swelling, itching, difficulty breathing, and swallowing.
people with food allergies must avoid the foods to stay safe

Question 29

what is a food intolerance

Answer 29

when your immune system takes an extreme reaction to food. They are less serious but can cause uncomfortable symptoms e.g. headaches

Question 30

what does a food intolerance mean

Answer 30

a food intolerance usually means you should eat less of that food rather than having to completely avoid the food

Question 31

how does cost effect food choice

Answer 31

cost will influence individuals purchasing habits as some may opt for cheaper options of luxury items

Question 32

how will someone who is on a low income deal with foods

Answer 32

more cautious on how much they spend, restrict the food they buy, shop at cheaper shops e.g. lidl/asda, by off brand items

Question 33

name some people that might have a low income

Answer 33

uni studnets, large families, individuals

Question 34

how will someone who is on a high income deal with foods

Answer 34

they won’t be cost-cautious, they will be luxury items e.g. steak, shop at high end shops e.g. waitrose and branded items