Week 7 Learning Outcomes

Question 1

What factors influence food choices?

Answer 1

Factors influencing food choices include:
* Cultural beliefs
* Economic status
* Personal preferences
* Social influences
* Availability of food
* Nutritional knowledge
* Psychological factors

Each factor can play a significant role in determining what individuals choose to eat.

Question 2

What are the different sensory characteristics of food?

Answer 2

The sensory characteristics of food include:
* Taste
* Smell
* Texture
* Appearance
* Sound

These characteristics affect how food is perceived and enjoyed.

Question 3

How do sensory characteristics of food impact food choices?

Answer 3

Sensory characteristics impact food choices by:
* Influencing preferences
* Affecting perceived quality
* Altering appetite
* Contributing to overall enjoyment

Positive sensory experiences can lead to repeat purchases and increased consumption.

Question 4

What is the concept of food security?

Answer 4

Food security is defined as:
* The state in which all people have physical, social, and economic access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs for an active and healthy life.

Food security encompasses availability, access, utilization, and stability of food.