Basic Nutrition

It is a biochemical and physiological process by which an organism uses food to support its life.

Give one classification of nutrients.

This are examples of micronutrients.

• Fat

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

• Fibers

It means the process involved in the generation of energy and all the ‘building blocks’ required to maintain the body and its functions.

These are substances which people need in their diet in only small amounts.

Nutrients needed in large amounts by the body, and supplies up to 65% of our energy.

Give one classification of fats.

This nutrient speeds up the absorption of other nutrients into the blood stream.

It is a a set of practices involved in acquiring raw ingredients and transforming them into something ready to be consumed.

• Food nutrients

• Food safety

• Food preparation

• Food types

This is simply the transfer of harmful microorganisms or substances to food and covers a multitude of potential food handling errors in all stages of food flow