How to carry out nutritional analysis

• What is the definition of modify?


  Change something in a recipe, e.g. An ingredient or cooking method to make it more suitable for current guide lines for a healthy diet.
• What is the definition of a nutrient profile?


  The different nutrients that a specific food contains.
• What is a nutrient profile?

  A nutrient profile is the composition of nutrients in a food.
• How do foods vary in their nutrient content?

  Some foods contain many different nutrients, while others contain only a few.
• Which food is mentioned as containing many different nutrients?

  Milk
• Which food is mentioned as containing only a few nutrients?

  Honey
• Why do we know the nutrient profile for many foods?

  Because scientists have tested many food samples and recorded their nutrients and energy values.
• Where can nutrient profiles for many foods be found?

  In books as food tables and in nutritional analysis software.
• What is the advantage of nutritional analysis software?

  It makes it fast and easy to calculate average amounts of nutrients and energy values.
• What are the main sources of nutrient profiles for foods?

  • Food tables in books
  • Nutritional analysis software
• How do scientists determine the nutrient profiles of foods?

  • Testing food samples
  • Recording nutrients and energy values
• What should you base your meals on?

  Starchy foods
• What types of cereal foods should you choose?

  Wholegrain/wholemeal cereal foods and products
• Name two examples of wholegrain cereal products.

  Pasta and bread
• What are some examples of starchy vegetables?

  Potato, sweet potato, and squash
• List three types of seeds you should choose.

  Pumpkin, sunflower, and linseed
• What type of flours should be used for baked products?

  Wholegrain/wholemeal flours from different cereals
• Name two cereals that can be used for wholegrain flours.

  Wheat and rye
• How can you enhance the texture and flavor of breads?

  By toasting or baking with seasonings, olive oil, garlic, or herbs
• What can be added to biscuits and cake recipes for a crunchy flavor?

  Rice flour, semolina, or toasted seeds
• What types of bread can be served as accompaniments to meals?

  Fresh, toasted, garlic, flatbread, or nachos
• What meals can bread be served with?

  Soups, salads, and curries
• How can seeds be used in meals?

  By dry frying and sprinkling them on salads and soups
• What are the key components of a balanced meal based on starchy foods?

  • Base meals on starchy foods
  • Include wholegrain cereals
  • Add a variety of starchy vegetables
  • Incorporate seeds
  • Use wholegrain flours for baking
  • Enhance flavors with seasonings and oils
  • Serve with various accompaniments
• What can be used to serve cooked meats and salad?

  Cereal-based wraps like tortillas or pittas
• Why is it important to choose fresh vegetables and fruit?

  They have the most nutrients
• What should you eat lots of for a healthy diet?

  Fruit and vegetables
• Why should you eat fruit and vegetables in season?

  They are the most economical and have the best flavour
• What is a benefit of choosing locally produced fruit and vegetables?

  They have travelled fewer food miles
• How can you add vegetables to main meals effectively?

  Add them to meat sauces, stews, soups, and fish sauces
• What is a benefit of frozen fruit and vegetables?

  They usually have a good nutrient content
• Why should you buy organically grown fruit and vegetables when possible?

  To avoid pesticide use
• How can you help someone who is not keen to eat fruit and vegetables?

  Cut them very finely or purée them
• What should you do with tough parts of fruit and vegetables before cooking?

  Remove them to avoid spoiling the texture
• What are some ways to eat fruits and vegetables raw?

  As fresh fruit with breakfast or in a side salad
• How can you add color and flavor to boiled rice or cooked pasta?

  Add finely diced vegetables
• How should you prepare vegetables for even cooking when roasting?

  Dice or cut them into batons
• What is the purpose of roasting vegetables in a little oil?

  To concentrate their flavors
• How can you use grated carrot in a sandwich filling?

  Mix it with grated cheese and mayonnaise
• Why should you cook vegetables and fruits for the minimum amount of time?

  To conserve water-soluble vitamins