fruit

Question 1

nutritional significance - protein

Answer 1

-contains trace amounts of LBV protein
-0.5%

Question 2

nutritional significance - fat

Answer 2

-lacks fat, due to its high water content
-avocados are an exception as they contain polyunsaturated fat
-0%

Question 3

nutritional significance - carbohydrates

Answer 3

-contains sugar, starch, dietary fibre and pectin
-starch - unripe fruit
-sugar - all fruit in the form of glucose, sucrose and fructose
-dietary fibre - skins of fruit
-pectin - blackberries and gooseberries
-5-10%

Question 4

nutritional significance - vitamins

Answer 4

-fruit especially berry fruit and citrus fruit are na excellent source of vitamin C
-orange and red coloured fruits are an excellent source of vitamin A
-lacks vitamin D and B12

Question 5

nutritional significance - minerals

Answer 5

-contains a small amount of calcium
-dried fruits, e,g. prunes, are a good source of non haem iron

Question 6

dietetic value of fruit - 1

Answer 6

provide an excellent source e of dietary fibre, which aids digestion and reduces the risk of bowel disorders

Question 7

dietetic value - 2

Answer 7

contain no fat and are low in kilocalories. this makes them an ideal food for those on low cholesterol or calorie controlled diets

Question 8

dietetic value - 3

Answer 8

versatile food, the can be eaten raw, and also suited to many different culinary uses e.g. savoury dishes(soup), baking(apple crumble) and sauce(cranberry sauce)

Question 9

dietetic value - 4

Answer 9

some fruits e.g. pineapples, can be high in sugar, so they may no be suited to a diabetic diet as they can raise blood sugar levels