Needs of different people PowerPoint 254 Needs of different people © Food – a fact of life 2012
Around the world, people have different food needs. What needs do you have? © Food – a fact of life 2012
Age The type of food we eat depends on our age. © Food – a fact of life 2012
Energy and nutrients Throughout life, we all need different amounts of energy and nutrients. © Food – a fact of life 2012
Likes and dislikes Everybody has personal preferences about the food they like and dislike. What is your favourite food? What is your friend’s favourite food? Are they the same? © Food – a fact of life 2012
Vegetarian Some people choose not to eat certain foods. A vegetarian does not eat meat or fish. © Food – a fact of life 2007
Where you live Depending where you live in the world, you might eat different foods. What might you eat if you lived in: Spain? Japan? India? © Food – a fact of life 2007
Religion Religion can affect food choices, for example: Judaism – no pork or shellfish Hinduism – can not eat beef Islam – must not eat pork © Food – a fact of life 2007
Allergy A small number of people have an allergy to a food, such as peanuts. © Food – a fact of life 2012
Knowing about food Examples Some people like to know more about their food. Information labels on food can help. Red Tractor Fairtrade LEAF Mark © Food – a fact of life 2012
we all need a balanced and varied diet to stay healthy. Although we might have different needs, one factor remains the same: we all need a balanced and varied diet to stay healthy. © Food – a fact of life 2012
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