Revision Questions Flashcards
Name some types of bacteria
Salmonella, Campylobacter, E coli
What are ideal conditions for bacteria
Warmth, moisture, food, time.
What are the key temperatures for: Freezer Fridge Danger zone Hot holding temperature
Freezer: -18 C
Fridge: below 8 C
Danger zone: 5-63C
Hot holding temperature:70 C
What is cross contamination?
when bacteria is transferred from one source to another – raw chicken to hands, hands to tap.
What are the rules when cooking meat in the kitchen?
Wash hands, red board, bottom of fridge
What are the functions of protein in our body?
Growth, repair and renewal of cells
What are some sources of protein?
Meat, cheese, dairy, fish, eggs
Where do you normally find saturated fat?
Solid animal fat on meat, in cheese and butter
Where do you normally find unsaturated fat?
Liquid oils such as olive oil, sunflower oil and oily fish
What can excess fat lead to?
Can lead to being obese/overweight or High blood Cholesterol
What are the benefits of fruit and veg?
Good sources of vitamins, minerals and dietary fibre. Less likely to develop heart disease and some cancers
What are the functions of vitamin C in our body?
Needed for skin, cartilage and healing cuts and wounds. Also helps iron absorption.
What are some sources of Vitamin C?
Fruit and veg
What can a deficiency or Vitamin C lead to?
Spotty skin, swollen gums leading to loose teeth?
What are some of the functions of calcium in our body?
Essential for bones and teeth, blood clotting and normal muscle function.
