The Irish Diet (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What meat was primarily consumed in the Irish diet during the early 1900s?
What meat was primarily consumed in the Irish diet during the early 1900s?
Pork and bacon
Which cooking methods characterised the traditional Irish diet in the early 20th century?
Which cooking methods characterised the traditional Irish diet in the early 20th century?
Boiling or stewing
Which items were rationed during the world wars in Ireland?
Which items were rationed during the world wars in Ireland?
Sugar and tea
When were processed and convenience foods introduced to the Irish diet?
When were processed and convenience foods introduced to the Irish diet?
1950s and 1960s
What dietary shift occurred during the mid-20th century regarding staple foods?
What dietary shift occurred during the mid-20th century regarding staple foods?
Heavy reliance on potatoes decreased
What brought international flavours to Ireland in the 1980s?
What brought international flavours to Ireland in the 1980s?
Increased travel and immigration
When did nutritional consciousness begin in Ireland?
When did nutritional consciousness begin in Ireland?
1980s and 1990s
What characterises modern Irish eating habits in the 21st century?
What characterises modern Irish eating habits in the 21st century?
Increased ready meals and fast foods
Which dietary trend has notably increased in recent years in Ireland?
Which dietary trend has notably increased in recent years in Ireland?
Vegetarian and vegan diets
What should be incorporated to address low dietary fibre in the Irish diet?
What should be incorporated to address low dietary fibre in the Irish diet?
Whole grains, fruits, and vegetables
What health risk is associated with high saturated fat in the Irish diet?
What health risk is associated with high saturated fat in the Irish diet?
Increased risk of heart disease
What should be paired with iron-rich foods to enhance absorption?
What should be paired with iron-rich foods to enhance absorption?
Vitamin C-rich sources
What may result from inadequate calcium intake later in life?
What may result from inadequate calcium intake later in life?
Increased risk of osteoporosis