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The Amazing World of Food. The Power of Food. Essential for life Affects the quality of life Nutrients= Life-sustaining chemical compounds in food; released as food breaks down. Nutrition= Study of nutrients and how the body uses them. The Power of Food cont.
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The Power of Food • Essential for life • Affects the quality of life • Nutrients= Life-sustaining chemical compounds in food; released as food breaks down. • Nutrition= Study of nutrients and how the body uses them
The Power of Food cont.. • Wellness- a person’s total health including physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
The Power of Food cont… • Role of Science • Nutrient information • Science helps explain what happens in the kitchen • Agriculture- farmers are supplied with the latest information to help them increase the food supply and grow top-quality food
The Power of Food cont… • Food processing- improvements in processing methods help insure a bountiful supply of nutritious food throughout the year. • Food Safety- scientists provide the latest information on safe food handling methods and also monitor the quality of the nation’s food supply
The Pleasures of Food • Enjoyment –satisfies senses and makes you feel good • Some countries have dietary guidelines about enjoying food • Family and Social Ties- kitchen is social center of the home
The Pleasures of Food cont.. • Comfort foods- usually creamy, soft, and rich, are familiar foods that make people feel good. • What are some of your comfort foods? • Entertainment- Restaurants, food channel, food festivals, food magazines • Adventure- food can bring new experiences
Career Possibilities • Many food related careers • Food scientist • Chef • Teacher • Baker • Hotel and tourism • Food art • Food tester
Assignment • Chapter 1 vocabulary • Chapter 1 Review p. 32 #1-14