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Exploring the Vital Power of Food: Nutrition, Wellness, and Career Paths

Delve into the crucial role of food in our lives, from sustaining nutrients to enhancing wellness. Discover how science and agriculture contribute to food processing and safety. Uncover the pleasures of food, its enjoyment, social ties, and comfort. Explore various career possibilities in the food industry, from food scientists to chefs. This comprehensive guide touches upon essential vocabulary and review exercises to deepen your understanding of the world of food.

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Exploring the Vital Power of Food: Nutrition, Wellness, and Career Paths

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  1. The Amazing World of Food

  2. 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

  3. The Power of Food cont.. • Wellness- a person’s total health including physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. Career Possibilities • Many food related careers • Food scientist • Chef • Teacher • Baker • Hotel and tourism • Food art • Food tester

  9. Assignment • Chapter 1 vocabulary • Chapter 1 Review p. 32 #1-14

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