Cards (9)

  • What percentage of protein is in meat composition?
    19%
  • What are the 4 main compositions of meat?
    Meat and poultry is composed of muscle, connective tissue, fat and bone.
  • Does meat provide HBV(high biological value) or LBV(low..) protein?
    HBV
  • How can cooking affect meat's nutritional value?
    Overcooking can lead to the loss of heat- sensitive vitamins like vitamin B
  • Why is excessive amount of meat bad for you?
    Can lead to heart disease and various cancers due to the saturated fat content.
  • What mineral does meat provide mainly?
    Iron
  • How can you be healthier when picking meat?
    Opt for the leaner cuts of meat as they contain less saturated fat.
  • Which is lower in fat: white poultry or red meat?
    White
  • What can happen if you don't cook poultry all the way through?
    You can risk getting foodborne diseases like salmonella.