Week 7 - Nutrition and Speech Pathology Flashcards
(10 cards)
What are the main factors that influence food choices?
Availability & Access, Affordability & Use, Convenience, Ethnic Heritage/Tradition, Family & Peer Influence, Values, Habits, Personal Preferences, Emotional Comfort, Body Image, Nutrition Knowledge, Environmental Concerns, Marketing & Labelling.
What is meant by ‘Availability and Access’ in the context of food choices?
Having sufficient quantities of nutritious food consistently available and physically accessible, influenced by location, transport, and economic resources.
Define ‘Affordability and Use’ in relation to food choices.
Cost of food in relation to income and socio-economic status, along with the ability to prepare and safely use food based on knowledge, skills, and infrastructure.
List and define five sensory characteristics of food.
Taste (flavor), Smell (aroma), Appearance (visual features), Texture (mouthfeel), Sound (auditory cues when eating).
How do sensory characteristics influence food choices?
They affect perceived quality and enjoyment of food. Preferences for taste, texture, smell, appearance, and sound often override nutrition knowledge.
What is food security?
Reliable access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food to meet dietary needs and preferences for a healthy life.
What are the four pillars of food security?
Availability, Access, Utilisation, and Stability.
What is the impact of cultural heritage on food choices?
People tend to eat foods they were raised with, influenced by cultural traditions, rituals, and preparation methods.
How do family and peers influence food choices?
They shape early food preferences, norms, and access to foods, especially during childhood and adolescence.
What is the Willis Four Point Model?
A framework to understand food choices: Historical (past influences), Cultural (beliefs and traditions), Structural (social systems), Critical (power dynamics and equity).
