Food Choices Overview (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Flashcards
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Components of a balanced diet
Components of a balanced diet
Carbs, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water
3 ways culture affects food choices
3 ways culture affects food choices
Traditional cuisines, family traditions, religious beliefs
4 main sensory factors in food selection
4 main sensory factors in food selection
Taste, texture, aroma, appearance
5 types of taste
5 types of taste
Sweet, sour, salty, bitter, umami
Health status impact on food choices
Health status impact on food choices
Choose foods that support their health management
Availability factor in food choices
Availability factor in food choices
Geographic location determines which foods are accessible
Financial considerations in food choices
Financial considerations in food choices
Balancing nutritional goals with affordability
4 common marketing approaches for food
4 common marketing approaches for food
TV/online ads, social media, packaging, special offers
3 sustainability considerations in food
3 sustainability considerations in food
Environmental impact, animal welfare, fair trade
Role of nutritional knowledge
Role of nutritional knowledge
Plays a crucial role in guiding food decisions
Definition of eating patterns
Definition of eating patterns
When, how often, and in what combinations you eat food
What culture shapes about food
What culture shapes about food
What we consider normal, acceptable, or desirable to eat