Principles of Nutrition

 Define common terms

 Identify nutrients, their functions and sources

 Compare nutritive values of foods

 Effects of nutrition on health, appearance, performance

 Relation of calories and activity

Relation of nutrition to health

 Diet related diseases

 Eating disorders

 Stress

 Long term effects of food choices

 Food allergies and intolerances

Diet

 Nutrition information sources

 Supplements

 Personal food intake

 Analysis

Food Choices

 Customs

 Traditions and Celebrations

Management principles

 Food buying

 Influence of advertising

 Food labels

 Work space, tools, equipment and technology

 Budgeting

 Plan daily menus

Safety and Sanitation

 Hazards

 Safe and sanitary practices in food preparation

 Storing food

Preparing and Serving Food

 Apply principles of food preparation

 Demonstrate skills and procedures

 Prepare nutritious food for different needs

 Practice etiquette, table setting and service

 Work as a member of a team

Careers Related to Nutrition and in the Food Industry

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