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What is meal management?
What is meal management?
Planning meals, buying food, and preparing it.
What are perishables?
What are perishables?
Food that will rot or decay very quickly if not kept at a cool temperature.
Meal management is a skill that you can learn.
Meal management is a skill that you can learn.
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Which are health and safety precautions to follow when preparing food? (Select all that apply)
Which are health and safety precautions to follow when preparing food? (Select all that apply)
What is a benefit of making a grocery list before buying food?
What is a benefit of making a grocery list before buying food?
Preparing your own meals ends up costing the same amount as buying fast food.
Preparing your own meals ends up costing the same amount as buying fast food.
What is not necessary to consider when planning meals for yourself?
What is not necessary to consider when planning meals for yourself?
What's the problem with relying on fast food for your meals rather than planning and making meals to eat?
What's the problem with relying on fast food for your meals rather than planning and making meals to eat?
Flashcards
What is meal management?
What is meal management?
Planning meals, buying food, and preparing it.
What are perishables?
What are perishables?
Foods that will rot or decay very quickly if not kept at a cool temperature.
Health and safety when preparing food includes:
Health and safety when preparing food includes:
Store perishable foods you're not cooking with in the refrigerator.
Benefit of a grocery list?
Benefit of a grocery list?
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Problem with relying on fast food?
Problem with relying on fast food?
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Not necessary to consider when planning YOUR meals?
Not necessary to consider when planning YOUR meals?
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Study Notes
Meal Management Overview
- Meal management involves the planning, purchasing, and preparation of food.
- It is a skill that can be learned and improved over time.
Perishables
- Perishable foods can spoil or decay quickly if not stored at cool temperatures.
- Proper storage is essential to extend the life of these foods.
Health and Safety Precautions
- Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly before consumption to remove contaminants.
- Store perishable foods in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Grocery List Benefits
- A grocery list helps identify items currently in the home and prevent unnecessary purchases.
- It allows shoppers to utilize any applicable coupons, ensuring cost savings.
- It aids in budgeting by confirming whether there is enough money for all needed items.
Meal Preparation Cost Comparison
- Preparing meals at home generally costs less than purchasing fast food.
- Home-cooked meals provide better nutritional value compared to fast food options.
Meal Planning Considerations
- Allergies relevant to oneself should be considered; those of others are not necessary when planning personal meals.
Fast Food vs. Home-Cooked Meals
- Relying on fast food can compromise nutrition and health.
- Fast food tends to be more expensive in the long run compared to preparing meals at home.
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