Food Fortification Flashcards
Give three reasons for food fortification
To enrich diets for those with specialist diets
Replace nutrients lost during processing
To prevent nutrient deficiencies
How can fortified foods contribute to the diet for vegans
B12 vitamins as it is the only source of it in their diet
How can fortified foods contribute to the diet for infants
With iron and vitamin D
How can fortified foods contribute to the diet for slimming products
Slimming products are fortified with protein or electrolytes
Why are spreads fortified
Vitamins A and D are mandatory in them
Why is flour fortified
It is used in many staple foods and cereals and bread in given minerals
What is an E number
A number that is allocated to a food additive and it indicates its approval for consumption
Uses for antioxidants
Extend shelf life
Reduces chance of food going off colour
Give two examples of foods that use antioxidants
Orange juice
Sauces
Explain why colours are added to food
Make food look more attractive
Replace colours lost during manufacturing
Enhance naturally occurring colours
Give two examples of colour additives
Soft drinks
Tinned peas
How are emulsifiers and and thickeners used in food
Help mix ingredients
Give food a smooth texture
Give food a gel like consistency
Thicken foods
Give examples of foods that use emulsifiers
Jam
Ice cream
How are flavourings used in food production
Replace flavours lost during food production
Intensity flavour
Improve taste
Give two examples of foods that are given flavourings
Chilled meals
Sauces
