Chapter 1 The Amazing World of Food
Nutrients Life sustaining chemical compounds that are released when food breaks down in the body
Nutrition… The study of nutrients and how the body uses them
Wellness… A person’s total health which includes Physical Mental Emotional
Influences on Wellness… Food choices you make Amount of physical activity you get Managing feelings & emotions Staying free of alcohol & drugs
Science & Food Without science – food would be less available and less understood Agriculture Food processing Food safety
Pleasures of Food… Enjoyment Family & Social Ties Comfort Entertainment Adventure
Comfort Foods These are usually creamy, soft, and rich. They are familiar foods which make people feel GOOD! Ex: ice cream, chocolate, french fries, mashed potatoes, pizza, potato chips