Food TechAssignment

Carbohydrates• Main Energy source for humans and animals• 1g = 16kJ of energy• Sugars and starches make up Carbohydrates• Carbohydrates keep us going whenever we need energy

ProteinProteins are made up of

Amino Acids!

• We need protein to stay strong

• Protein helps the body to repair damaged cells

• All proteins are made up of Hydrogen, Oxygen,Nitrogen & Sulfur.

LipidsHumans need lipids because they store energy for us!

• Lipids absorbed vitamins that are fat soluble such as Bit A, D, E and K.• They help us to produce enzymes and hormone cells.

Vitamins

• We cannot make vitamins in our body, so we must find them in foods.

• Vitamins keep us healthy and fight virus’s.

• We need vitamins to survive.

• They are essential in growth and maintaining healthy teeth, bones and blood.

Minerals

• Just like vitamins, minerals help your body grow, develop, and stay healthy.

• The body uses minerals to perform many different functions — from building strong bones to transmitting nerve impulses.

Water• Water Nourishes the body.

• Water also assists in removing waste products from the body.

• All beverages and high-moisture foods such as soup and watermelon contain water.

• Adults should consume 2 to 3 liters of water per day.

Without Water we will die

Menu – For Pregnancy & Lactation.

Entrée BBQ Sesame Beef, with Red Cabbage Slaw -

Main Sheppard's Pie –

Dessert: Mango & yogurt Pops -

DrinkBanana & Berry Smoothie -

This dish is portion-controlled, low GI, carbohydrates and lean protein with the aim of supporting healthy weight gain throughout pregnancy. Severed with Green Vegetables.

This Smoothie is packed with foliate, Carbohydrates, and Calcium, giving a balanced intake for a pregnant woman. - Severed Chilled.

7 Slices of Beef cooked too your liking, Full of protein to keep you strong and healthy.

With ripe mangos and fresh yogurt, this dessert is great for pregnant women, giving them the carbohydrate intake they need, and also a great cool snack.

Average Daily Intake forPregnancy, Lactation & Adulthood