Pulses and Nuts (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What are pulses?
What are pulses?
Dried seeds from legume plants
Why should pulses be combined with grains?
Why should pulses be combined with grains?
To create a complete protein source
What does the low glycaemic index of pulses mean?
What does the low glycaemic index of pulses mean?
They release energy slowly
What type of fat do pulses mainly contain?
What type of fat do pulses mainly contain?
Unsaturated fats
What does the folate in pulses help prevent?
What does the folate in pulses help prevent?
Birth defects
What does the potassium content in pulses help regulate?
What does the potassium content in pulses help regulate?
Blood pressure
Why are pulses environmentally friendly choices?
Why are pulses environmentally friendly choices?
They need less water & fertiliser
What type of fats are nuts rich in?
What type of fats are nuts rich in?
Unsaturated fats
Which nuts are particularly noted for providing omega-3 fatty acids?
Which nuts are particularly noted for providing omega-3 fatty acids?
Walnuts
Which nuts are especially rich in vitamin E?
Which nuts are especially rich in vitamin E?
Almonds and hazelnuts
Which nut is particularly rich in iron?
Which nut is particularly rich in iron?
Cashews
When should salt be added when cooking pulses?
When should salt be added when cooking pulses?
Towards the end of cooking
What is the main purpose of soaking pulses before cooking?
What is the main purpose of soaking pulses before cooking?
Softens them & reduces cooking time
How long can cooked pulses be refrigerated?
How long can cooked pulses be refrigerated?
Up to a week
Why do nuts have a low glycaemic index?
Why do nuts have a low glycaemic index?
They help maintain stable blood sugar