Revision: Foods and Nutrition aspect of Home Economics

Revision of Foods and Nutrition aspect of Home Economics  (JS1 TOPIC)

Foods and nutrition deals with the study of Foods and nutrients. This includes food processing, preservation, preparation, meal management and service e.t.c.

Careers in food and nutrition:

1. Dietetics- works in hospitals, helping with diets for the treatment and prevention of diseases

2. Nutritionist- helps people to improve their nutritional habit

Others are food service, catering, hotel management, teaching e.t.c.

HEALTHY FEEDING HABITS

Food is any liquid or solid material which when eaten and digested can provide the body with nourishment

FUNCTIONS OF FOOD

-Provides the body with heat and energy

-Helps in the growth and repair of body tissues

-Protect the body from diseases

FOOD GROUPS

Foods are grouped according to the nutrients they contain and their functions in the body. They are;

1. Body building foods-Proteins

2. Energy Giving foods-Carbohydrate and fat

3. Protective foods-Vitamins and minerals

4. Roughages-Add bulk to food

Feeding Habit

Feeding habits are your everyday pattern of eating. Healthy Feeding Habit results from choosing nutritious food in a conscious way while unhealthy Feeding Habit results from making poor choice over a period of time

IMPORTANCE OF HEALTHY FEEDING HABIT

1. Body looks and feel better

2. Body has more energy

3. Protects the body against some diseases later in life

4. Body is better equipped to heal fast

TO DO AT HOME: Attempt year 2016 NECO past questions in your LASSWELL