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What is Nutrition?
It is the food we Eat and how the body
uses it.
What are Nutrients?
Chemical compound found in food that
fulfill one or more body function.
* Supply energy for body function
* Build & replace cells from body
tissue
* Regulate body processes
Six Categories of Nutrients
Carbohydrates
Fats
Protein Vitamins
Minerals
Water
Fiber
A BALANCE MEAL
A Menu : list of foods or items to be
served to the guests or customers at
the table.
Food should be Palatable and
Digestible.
The Main Course
◦ Protein Dish
◦ Carbohydrate Dish
◦ Cooked or Raw Vegetables or Salad
One Course Meal
Bland, Unappealing
Appearance
Appealing Meal
UNDERSTANDING NUTRITION
Major Nutrients
are:
◦ Carbohydrates
◦ Fats
Proteins
OTHER KIND OF
NUTRIENTS
COOKING HEALTHFUL MEALS
Use less fat in cooking
Use UNSATURATED fats
Emphasize flavor
Use freshest, highest quality food possible
Store food properly
Modify portion size
Give customer a choice
Train dining room staff to us nutritional information