Why Do We Study
Food Science?
IMPACTS CERTAIN FOODS HAVE ON OUR HEALTH
Negative Impacts
(unhealthy foods)
Weight gain
Obesity
Disease/Illness
Types of cancers
Heart disease
Type 2 Diabetes
Increases blood sugar
From eating empty carbohydrates
Bloating
Due to retaining water
Higher risk of headaches
Caused by large sodium intakes
Acne
Resulting from high amounts
of carbs and sugars
Increase cholesterol levels
From foods containing trans fats
Impact dental health
Cavities
Ruin tooth enamel
May cause poor mental health
Depression
Positive Impacts
(healthy foods)
Helps boost immune system
Strengthens bones, teeth and muscles
Lowers risk of disease
May help you live longer
Improves overall mood
Berries
Walnuts
Improves health of gut
Aids the digestive system
Provides energy
Helps in maintaining a healthy weight
HEALTHY FOODS
FRUITS
Bananas
Apples
Lots of antioxidants and fiber
Lower the risk of diseases
Oranges
VEGETABLES
Cucumbers
Carrots
Contain antioxidants and Vitamin A
Broccoli
WHOLE GRAINS
Whole Rye Bread
Whole Oats (oatmeal)
Lots of fiber, vitamins and minerals,
and antioxidants
Whole Wheat Pasta
PROTEINS
Poultry
Fish
Contain minerals, calcium, and vitamins
Eggs
READING FOOD LABELS
Allows for better food choices to be made
FOOD SAFETY
CLEANLINESS
Wash hands before handling food
Wash fruits and vegetables
Clean/sanitize surfaces and cooking
materials after use
SEPARATION
To avoid cross-contamination and food borne illnesses ...
Use different cutting board for raw
meats and other foods
Place cooked food on a clean plate
Separate raw meat and seafood from other
food items in your shopping cart/bag and fridge
Store raw meat in sealed containers or plastic bags
to keep them separated from other foods
TIMING
Always ensure that your meats are
cooked properly and thoroughly to
avoid certain food borne illnesses
or food poisoning
STORAGE
To keep food from spoiling ...
Place cooked/prepared foods in the fridge
within 2 hours
Use the fridge as a place to marinate foods
Thaw foods in the microwave or fridge
Use ice packs to keep food cool when there is no fridge available
UNHEALTHY FOODS
FAST FOOD
High in sodium
Low in nutrients
Usually never includes
fruits or vegetables
High in saturated and
trans fats
High in calories
'JUNK' FOOD
Increases risk of obesity
May cause disease
Heart disease
Type 2 Diabetes
Various cancers
Could cause digestive issues
Linked to poor mental health
MANAGING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
DRINKING WATER
Helps with digestion
Dissolves nutrients and gives us energy
Improves skin health
Prevents dehydration
EATING HEALTHY FOODS
Fruits
Contain vitamins and minerals
Vegetables
Source of vitamins and minerals
Whole Grains
High in fiber and help reduce the
risk of health problems (example: various cancers)
Proteins
Source of energy and contain amino acids
STAYING ACTIVE
Physical Activities
Walking/Running
Good for your cardiovascular
(heart) health
Sports
Hockey
Improves heart health and
keeps your body moving
Soccer
Increases endurance and muscle
strength and betters heart health
Swimming
Helps in gaining muscles strength
and endurance
NUTRIENTS AND THEIR BENEFITS
Vitamins
Convert food into energy
Repair cell damage
Strengthen immune system
Support bones and
help heal wounds
Water
Prevents dehydration
Increases skin health
Provides energy by
dissolving nutrients
Improves digestion
Proteins
Lessens cravings that lead to
overeating and unhealthy food choices
Reduces blood pressure
Improves strength and muscle mass
Aids body in healing itself
Dietary Fiber
Maintains bowel health and
regulates bowel movements
Reduces cholesterol
Controls blood sugar levels
Improves gut health
(provides good bacteria)
Minerals
Strengthen immune system
Convert food into energy
Support bones and
help heal wounds
Repair cell damage
FOOD BORNE ILLNESSES
E. coli
Prevented by properly cooking foods
and preventing cross-contamination
Salmonella
Cook foods properly to and prevent
cross-contamination to avoid this
Listeria
Throw away foods that have passed their
expiration date