Food Availability and Selection

Question 1

What are the impacts on food availability?

Answer 1

1. Environmental Factors
2. Economic Factors
3. Technological Factors
4. Social and Cultural Factors
5. Political and Legal Factors
6. Ethical and Sustainability Concerns
7. Technological Disruptions

Question 2

Types of economy

Answer 2

high economic activity: growth or expansion/boom
low economic activity: inflation, recession or decline
recovery : moving from recession into prosperity

Question 3

What are embargoes?

Answer 3

Embargoes are official bans or restrictions imposed by a country or a group of countries on trade, commerce, or communication with a particular nation or region.

Question 4

Examples of media’s influence on the consumers diet

Answer 4

Newspapers
Social Media: Instagram, Facebook and TikTok
Food blogs

Advertising aimed at specific audiences. E.g: KFC sponsor of the Australian Cricket

Question 5

Examples of staple foods from around the world

Answer 5

China - Rice
Mexico - Corn/Maize
Germany - Potatoes
Australia - Wheat

Question 6

Migration groups and their influence

Answer 6

Chinese migration to Australia during the Gold Rush era introduced a variety of culinary traditions and ingredients, enriching Australia’s food culture with distinctive flavors and dishes that have become integral to the nation’s multicultural identity.

Question 7

Individual influences on food selection

Answer 7

1. Cultural Determinants
   Cultural beliefs and traditions influence food choices by dictating what is considered acceptable, traditional, or forbidden.
2. Biological Determinants
   Biological factors like genetics, health conditions, and age influence individual nutritional needs and food preferences.
3. Economic Determinants
   Economic status affects food choices by determining access to a variety of foods and often prioritizing cost over nutrition.
4. Age
   Age impacts eating habits by changing nutritional needs, taste preferences, and the types of food that are easy to consume.
5. Cooking Facilities
   The availability and quality of cooking facilities influence the ability to prepare different types of meals, affecting food choices.
6. Time
   Time constraints lead people to choose quick, convenient food options over those that require longer preparation.
7. Occasion
   Special occasions and events influence food choices by encouraging the consumption of traditional or celebratory dishes.
8. Cooking Skills
   Cooking skills expand food choices by enabling the preparation of a wider variety of meals and recipes.
9. Season
   Seasonal changes affect food availability and preferences, leading to the consumption of fresh, in-season produce.
10. Religion
    Religious beliefs and practices dictate certain dietary restrictions and preferences, shaping food choices.
11. Knowledge about Food
    Awareness of nutrition and health impacts food choices by encouraging healthier eating habits.
12. Advertisements
    Advertisements influence food choices by promoting specific products and creating perceived needs or desires for certain foods.

Question 8

Social influences on food selection

Answer 8

Climate
Household structure
Education
Media
Peer Group
Employment

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Question 9

Native food examples and their health benefits to the body

Answer 9

Kakudu plum which has fifty times the amount of vitamin C than an orange.

Quandong is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, it supports immune health and helps combat oxidative stress.

Witchetty grub is a high-protein Australian native food rich in B vitamins, iron, and zinc, which supports muscle health, immune function, and overall nutrition.