Overview

This topic introduces students to the world of food from a nutrition and dietetic perspective. It examines what Australians eat, the composition of food and emphasises recognition of food products available in the Australian market place and their significance to the practice of nutrition. Students will learn recipe modification through … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Familiarise students with typical foods consumed by subgroups of the Australian population and the food products available in Australia
  • Introduce students to food composition and usual weights, measures and serve sizes of common Australian foods
  • Introduce the skills and technology of cooking and recipe modification for special diets

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Describe food science principles impacting sensory properties of food with relevance to food preparation and recipe modification
2.
Define common/usual food consumption practices across the Australian community
3.
Describe the typical cuisines and food products used in Australia across different population groups

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Assumed knowledge

Basic cooking skills.