The Amazing World of Food

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The Amazing World of Food
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The Power of Food

• Essential for life
• Affects the quality of life
• Nutrients Life-sustaining chemical compounds in
  food released as food breaks down.
• Nutrition Study of nutrients and how the body
  uses them

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The Power of Food cont..

• Wellness- a persons total health including
  physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

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The Power of Food cont

• Role of Science
• Nutrient information
• Science helps explain what happens in the kitchen
• Agriculture- farmers are supplied with the latest
  information to help them increase the food supply
  and grow top-quality food

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The Power of Food cont

• Food processing- improvements in processing
  methods help insure a bountiful supply of
  nutritious food throughout the year.
• Food Safety- scientists provide the latest
  information on safe food handling methods and
  also monitor the quality of the nations food
  supply

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The Pleasures of Food

• Enjoyment satisfies senses and makes you feel
  good
• Some countries have dietary guidelines about
  enjoying food
• Family and Social Ties- kitchen is social center
  of the home

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The Pleasures of Food cont..

• Comfort foods- usually creamy, soft, and rich,
  are familiar foods that make people feel good.
• What are some of your comfort foods?
• Entertainment- Restaurants, food channel, food
  festivals, food magazines
• Adventure- food can bring new experiences

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Career Possibilities

• Many food related careers
• Food scientist
• Chef
• Teacher
• Baker
• Hotel and tourism
• Food art
• Food tester

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Assignment

• Chapter 1 vocabulary
• Chapter 1 Review p. 32 1-14