2024ItHS. (???) Study Guide

2024 Intro to Human Studies (???) Test Study Guide

the six classes of nutrients are:

the six classes of nutrients are:

carbohydrates, proteins, fat, vitamins, water, minerals

meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and milk are said to contain ___ protein.

complete

a ___ is the amount of a specific nutrient needed each day by the majority of healthy people of a specific age and gender.

RDA

pregnant women need extra ___ , as well as more protein, vitamins, and minerals to provide nutrients for themselves and the developing fetus.

calories

besides meeting basic physical needs, food helps meet ___ and ___ needs.

emotional; social

is cultural and ethnic background an important emotional influence on food choices?

no, social.

can developing good eating habits while a person is young have important benefits throughout his or her lifetime?

yes

why should people need to eat a variety of foods?

no single food provides all the nutrients people need.

bread, cereal, rice, and pasta are part of the ___ group in MyPlate.

grain

the ___ and ___ provides goals for food choices, and they can help you plan ahead to meet those goals during the day.

dietary guidelines; food guide pyramid

what are the factors that need to be considered when planning a menu for family meals?

family members’ needs, resources, nutrition, meal appeal

___ , ___ , and ___ are all characteristics that can make a meal attractive and appetizing.

color; texture; flavour

are convenience foods one of the most nutritious food options available to families today?

no.

when choosing a recipe, it is important to consider what?

time to cook; preparation skills; food budget; equipment; supplies

is a main course that is fried more healthy than one that is grilled or baked?

no.

does the cost of inspecting food, advertising it, designing and manufacturing the packaging, storing the food, and selling add very little to the price you pay for food in the store?

no, a lot.

buying national brands can help ___ the cost of food shopping.

raise

having a shopping list helps to ensure what?

you don’t forget something; avoid impulse buying

will organizing a shopping list by grouping similar types of food together help you save time in the store?

yes.

labels for many foods are required by law to provide nutrition information in a ___ .

nutrition / facts panel

food that is past the ___ date on the package is no longer considered safe and should be thrown out.

expiration

is each different cut of meat generally best suited to a particular cooking method, such as grilling, toasting, or stewing?

yes.

is food in cans that are bulging or dented safe to eat?

no.

cleaning agents used in the kitchen should be stored where?

where children can’t get to it.

if you have a grease fire in the kitchen, you should turn off the heat source and then do what?

use baking soda, not water.

___ are generally found in raw or under cooked ground meat, in contaminated water, and unpasteurized milk.

e. coli

since freezing food kills all bacteria, can meat and other foods that have been frozen be safely thawed at room temperature for long periods of time?

no.

the best way to ensure that foods are cooked thoroughly is to do what?

use a heat thermometer.

if you left chopped meat out on the counter to thaw for five hours, should the meat be safe because the temperature outside has been below 60 degrees Fahrenheit all day?

no.

for some types of food dishes, you can change the amount of food the recipe requires by using ___ to change the amounts of ingredients required.

math

in place settings where there are more than one fork and spoon, you should use the ___ utensils first and move inward.

outside

if you follow good mealtime hygiene, you will do what before the meal?

wash your hands

the three main elements of fitness are ___ ?

flexibility; strength; indurance

the eating disorder known as ___ often involves vomiting and the use of laxatives, and the consequences can include dehydration, irregular heartbeat, and heart failure.

bulimia

foods that contain all the essential amino acids are said to contain ___ ?

complete protein

found in eggs, liver, milk products, yellow-orange fruits and vegetables, and dark green leafy vegetables, ___ builds strong vision, healthy teeth and gums, strong bones, while helping the immune system resist infection.

vitamin A

the mineral ___ found in liver, spinach, meat, eggs, dry beans, and nuts helps build red blood cells.

iron

another measure of nutritional needs, the ___ , is used for nutrients for which there is not yet enough scientific knowledge to establish a Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA).

adequate intake

social factors that influence food choices include family, ___ , religious customs, and regional traditions.

culture + ethnic background

the food and drug administration is a ___ that is a reliable source of information on food and nutrition.

government agency

each individual should try to include ___ of moderate physical activity daily.

60 minutes / 1 hour

you are most likely to find the large quatities of food items in bulk at a ___ ?

warehouse store

when shopping for fruits and vegetables, it is best to select items that have ___ ?

healthy color + no bruises

a serious danger associated with improperly canned foods is ___ ?

botulism

using one cutting board to cut up chicken, vegetables, and fruit generally increased the risk of ___ ?

bacterial cross-contamination

the best way to thaw meat quickly is to ___ ?

cold water; refrigerate

the three main types of food storage are ___ ?

refrigerator, freezer, dry storage

___ is a moist heat cooking method in which food is browned in a small amount of fat then cooked slowly in a small amount of simmering liquid until the meat becomes tender.

braising

which of types of foods needs to be pierced or punctured before cooking in a microwave?

tomatoes, hot dogs