Why Study Food Science: By Makenna Slocum
Goal setting is everywhere in our daily lives. We set goals almost every day for our health, career, vacation, etc.
Kitchen Saftey
We all have annoying traits, we might not be so aware of these but those around us are. Identify these and find ways to remove them your life.
Cleaning
Washing hands before preparing food
Washing fruit which could have possible pesticide, and prevent sickness
Proper storage
Protection
Proper foot-wear and clothing Ex. No open toe shoes
Always wear oven mittens when handling hot things
Knife handling
Cut away from youself
Working with sharper knifes are safer than dull ones
Energy Systems
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ATP-PC - Lasts for 10 seconds
Glycolysis - Lasts for 45 seconds
Cellular respiration - Lasts for 30+ minutes
Muscle Growth
Besides our own wellbeing, we are also a little responsible to leave a good place after us. Think about how you can contribute to your community.
Proper nutrition Reduces rates of muscle fatigue: Ex = eggs
Calorie efficent, consuming more calories than you burn (+)
Calorie deficit, burning more calories than you consume (-)
Gives strength for muscle fibers
Economics
This is something that one should work on all their life. We are responsible for our growth. Set your goals! Are there any hobbies that you've always wanted to try? Any skills that you feel you should work on?
Export: Canada exported nearly $82.2 billion in agriculture and food products
Import: Canada spends around $647.98 billion on agricultural and food import products
Mental Health
If you feel that your relationships or some of them are not at a level that you'd like them to be, you can find ways to improve. The first and most important step is identifying these relationships`!
Healthy foods have been proven to have a positive effect on an individuals mental state and can prevent mental health disorders
Reduce anxiety + depression
Improved focus and mental ability
Cognitive development
Vitamins and minerals
Calcium
Iron
Vitamin C
Vitamin B
Immune System
Everyone has imagined at least once how their life should look like. Try to keep it realistic, plan your future income. After you decide your target, find ways to reach it.
Consuming healthy foods such as vegetables, fruit, makes your immune system stronger which helps fight diseases
Unhealthy foods with lots of sugar, suppress your immune system
Drinking 👎
Smoking 👎
Vitamins and Minerals provide anti-bodies (micronutrients)
Chemical breakdown
Add information on how to improve your overall health. Keep in mind that mental and physical health are both very important! As the saying goes 'Mens sana in corpore sano'!
Important for energy (macronutrients)
Protein = last fuel source
Fats = second fuel source
Carbohydrates = main fuel source
Cultural practices
Add information about your career. What position are you in now? Where do you see yourself in the future? Set your goal now! And find ways to climb up the ladder.
Important part of cultural identity, since ancestors share insight and food practices
Food brings people together
Food makes up many of our current holiday traditions Ex. Thanksgiving