1. EQ WHAT ARE INDIVIDUAL AND EXTERNAL INFLUENCES ON FOOD CHOICES? Individual – social, likes/dislikes, emotional, health-conscious, culture, physiological and psychological External – culture, tv/media, peers, family, customs, location,

2. 4.02R Foods I “MOST WANTED” 4.02RFoods I Most Wanted

3. Why do some foods make me sick? Food sensitivities fall into two classifications these include:  food allergies  food intolerance 34.02RFoods I Most Wanted

4. Food Allergies The FDA now requires that all food allergens be clearly identified on food labels. Foods that are common food allergens include:  Milk  Eggs  Peanuts  Wheat  Soy  Shellfish 4.02RFoods I Most Wanted4

5. Food Intolerance a physical reaction to food but does not involve the immune system. An intolerance usually is a less serious digestive problem and may include:  Lactose intolerance (milk)  Gluten intolerance (wheat protein) 4.02RFoods I Most Wanted5