Food Commodities & Extras (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What does High Biological Value (HBV) protein mean?
What does High Biological Value (HBV) protein mean?
Contains all essential amino acids needed
Why is poultry protein considered 'complete'?
Why is poultry protein considered 'complete'?
It supplies all essential amino acids
Where does most of the fat concentrate in poultry?
Where does most of the fat concentrate in poultry?
In the skin and darker meat portions
What is the effect of removing poultry skin before cooking?
What is the effect of removing poultry skin before cooking?
Dramatically reduces fat & cholesterol
How much fat is in chicken breast without skin per 100g?
How much fat is in chicken breast without skin per 100g?
~3g
Which B vitamins is poultry particularly rich in?
Which B vitamins is poultry particularly rich in?
Niacin and vitamin B6
What role do B vitamins in poultry play in the body?
What role do B vitamins in poultry play in the body?
Energy metabolism & nervous system
What is phosphorus in poultry essential for?
What is phosphorus in poultry essential for?
Maintaining healthy bones and teeth
What role does selenium in poultry play?
What role does selenium in poultry play?
Acts as antioxidant, protects cells
What advantage does poultry offer compared to other protein sources?
What advantage does poultry offer compared to other protein sources?
Cost-effective and good value
What health concern exists with high-fat poultry preparation?
What health concern exists with high-fat poultry preparation?
Increases saturated fats & calories