Meals For Different Ages, Occupation, Cultures, and Religions.

Question 1

What is a lacto-ovo vegetarian?

Answer 1

No animal flesh but consumes milk, eggs and products.

Question 2

What is a lacto-vegetarian?

Answer 2

No animal flesh but consumes milk and it’s products.

Question 3

What is a vegan?

Answer 3

No animal-based foods/products. No dairy products.

Question 4

What is an ovo-vegetarian?

Answer 4

No animal flesh but eats eggs.

Question 5

What is coeliac disease?

Answer 5

Foods that do not contain gluten.

Question 6

What must people with allergies do before eating packet foods?

Answer 6

Foods must be checked for allergy-containing ingredients. Should read labels on packaged food products.

Question 7

What must people with food intolerance do before eating packet foods?

Answer 7

Should check labels on packaged foods and check for food intolerant ingredients.

Question 8

What is a meal?

Answer 8

A group of dishes eaten together e.g. breakfast, lunch, supper.

Question 9

What is a diet?

Answer 9

The type of food eaten during a period of time.

Question 10

What is a balanced diet?

Answer 10

Type of food eaten containing all the nutrients in the correct proportions according ti the needs of the individual.

Question 11

What is a course?

Answer 11

How a meal is divided up.

Question 12

What is metabolism?

Answer 12

Chemical reaction that happen in the body which are controlled by enzymes.

Question 13

What are the 9 dietary needs for pregnant women/ nutrients required?

Answer 13

Protein.
Calcium and Phosphorus.
Vitamin D.
Iron.
Vitamin C.
Vitamin A.
Vitamin B6 (Folate).
NSP.
Vitamin K.
Essential Fatty Acids.

Question 14

Why do pregnant women require protein?

Answer 14

Growth of the fetus (unborn child).

Question 15

Why do pregnant women require calcium and phosphorus?

Answer 15

Building bones and teeth of the fetus.

Question 16

Why do pregnant women require Vitamin D?

Answer 16

Helps with the absorption of calcium.

Question 17

Why do pregnant women require Iron?

Answer 17

To prevent anemia in the mother after childbirth because of loss of blood.

Question 18

Why do pregnant women require Vitamin C?

Answer 18

For the absorption of iron, anti-oxidant and healthy skin.

Question 19

Why do pregnant women require Vitamin A?

Answer 19

For the babies eyesight.

Question 20

Why do pregnant women require Vitamin B6 (Folate)?

Answer 20

For the development of the brain and nervous system.

Question 21

Why do pregnant women require NSP?

Answer 21

To prevent constipation.

Question 22

Why do pregnant women require Vitamin K?

Answer 22

Prevent haemorrhaging and for blood clotting.

Question 23

Why do pregnant women require Essential Fatty Acids?

Answer 23

For brain growth and cell division.

Question 24

What would vegan mothers lack?

Answer 24

Vegan mothers may lack Vitamin B12 because it is found in meats.

Question 25

What are the 6 advantages of breastfeeding?

Answer 25

- Creates a bond between mother and baby. - It's the correct temperature. - It's hygienic. - It's cheap. - It's readily available. - Immunity from certain diseases is passed from mother to baby.

Question 26

What is weaning?

Answer 26

Weaning is the gradual introduction of solid foods into the baby's diet, to supplement milk which still forms the main part of the diet.

Question 27

Why must most infants before the age of 4 months not eat solid foods?

Answer 27

Most babies should not have solid foods before they are 4 months old as the kidneys and digestive system may not be sufficiently developed to cope with solid foods.

Question 28

What type of diet should infants at the age of 6 months have?

Answer 28

By 6 months babies should have a mixed diet.

Question 29

What must be done to baby/ infant food to prevent choking?

Answer 29

Foods should be sieved or pureed to prevent choking.

Question 30

Give fives suggested infant/ baby foods?

Answer 30

- Low-sugar rusks or unsweetened ground rice in milk. - Pureed cooked vegetables. - Pureed cooked meats and fish with unsalted gravy. - Pureed fruit. - Sieved, cooked egg yolk.

Question 31

What is an infant?

Answer 31

Up to 1 Year of age.

Question 32

What are Toddlers and Young Children?

Answer 32

Up to 5 Years.

Question 33

What are the 4 dietary needs of toddlers and young children?

Answer 33

- Protein. - Calcium. - Fluoride. - Iron.

Question 34

Why do toddlers need protein?

Answer 34

For body growth.

Question 35

Why do toddlers need calcium?

Answer 35

For bones and teeth.

Question 36

Why do toddlers need fluoride?

Answer 36

For teeth.

Question 37

Why do toddlers need iron?

Answer 37

For the formation of red blood cells.

Question 38

2 points to consider when planning a toddler meal?

Answer 38

- They need to have a well-balanced diet. - Children should be discouraged from eating between meals as this may lead to a poor appetite at meal times.

Question 39

Suggest 3 meals and 3 suitable beverages for a toddler's breakfast.

Answer 39

- Whole grain cereal; porridge, - Eggs, a small rasher of bacon and a tomato, toast. - Small croissant or a toasted bun. - Milk, Fruit juice, Water.

Question 40

Suggest 3 meals for a toddler's midday meal.

Answer 40

- Small pieces of baked or poached fish. - Cheese and veg omelette. - Salad. - A piece of savoury flan. - Pasta in tomato and vegetable sauce. - Savoury rice with mixed vegetables.

Question 41

Suggest 3 meals for a toddler's evening meal.

Answer 41

- Fish cakes. - Small piece of pizza with salad. - Bowl of vegetable soup. - A small round of sandwiches. - Bowl of Mixed finger foods e.g. cheese, cucumber, apple.

Question 42

What are the dietary requirements of school-aged children?

Answer 42

Activity and body growth continue to increase at this period of life. Meals must therefore provide ample energy and nutrients for body growth and maintenance. New foods must continue to be introduced, and mealtimes should be well established by this time.

Question 43

What three nutrients do school-aged children require the most?

Answer 43

- Protein. - Carbohydrates. - Calcium.

Question 44

What type of times is adolescent/ teenage years and what will hormonal changes require?

Answer 44

This is a period of rapid growth - all nutrient requirements increase. Hormonal changes may cause acne - eat plenty of fruit and vegetable, avoid sugar, and drink lots of water.

Question 45

What do teenage girls require?

Answer 45

Menstruation in girls - Iron is very important to prevent anemia.

Question 46

Why must teenagers/ adolescents eat a lot of Calcium and Vitamin D?

Answer 46

45% of adult skeleton forms during adolescents therefore plenty of calcium and Vitamin D must be eaten.

Question 47

What must school children and adolescents avoid in snacks?

Answer 47

Avoid: - Junk foods. - Fatty foods. - Carbonated drinks with sugar.

Question 48

What are the preferable snacks for school-aged children and adolescents?

Answer 48

Preferable snacks: - Fresh fruit. - Raw vegetables, e.g. carrots, celery. - Yoghurt or cheese. - Crispbreads/wholemeal bread rolls with a little butter/margarine.