Personal diet and nutrition: pg. 102 - 104 Flashcards
What is an ecological factor?
Ecological factor = factors that have to do with how food is produced.
What is a social factor?
Social factor = factors that influence people when they want to eat what their friends eat or what they see advertised by social media.
What is an economic factor?
Economic factor = factors that deal with how money affects people’s choice of foods.
What is a cultural factor?
Cultural factor = factors that often include religious considerations.
What is a political factor?
Political factor = factors that influence what people eat that come from support from the government.
What are carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates = foods that help with providing energy
What are proteins?
Proteins = foods that help with building the body and resisting disease
What are fats and oils?
Fats and oils = foods that have high energy and are essential for bodily functions
What are vitamins and minerals?
Vitamins and minerals = things present in all foods; essential for health
What is a balanced diet?
Balanced diet = diet that contains equal portions from all food groups
