General Knowledge Flashcards
1
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Function of water
A
Eliminate water front he body, cooling and for digestion. Water can also transport nutrients and oxygen to cells in blood stream
2
Q
Factors that affect food choice
A
Diet, health, religion, culture, allergies, cost of food, food availability, individual energy and nutrient needs and taste preferences
3
Q
Reasons food is cooked
A
SAFE TO EAT
Develop flavours
Improve texture
Look appealing
So it can be digested- easier to eat
Keep longer when cooked
4
Q
Raising agent
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Is a process/ingredient used to incorporate gas into a mixture to lighten the texture (fluffy)
Eg used commonly in bread
5
Q
Amino acids
A
The building blocks of protein
6
Q
Balanced diet
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Diet which provides all the necessary nutrients in the correct amount/proportions to meet the body’s needs
