chapter 14 eating patterns. influences on food choices resources family food customs friends the...
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Chapter 14Eating Patterns
Influences on Food Choices
• Resources • Family Food Customs • Friends• The Media• Personal Influences
– Daily routine– Values – Emotions
Eating Patterns
A mix of food customs and habits that include when, what and how much
people eat.
Influences On Family Eating Patterns
• History – the Industrial Revolution, the Depression, War, the 1950s (homemakers), the 1970s (mom’s entering the work force)
• Stages of Family Life– Young children– Teenagers– Empty Nest
Daily Meal Patterns
• Breakfast – “breaking the fast”
• Midday & Evening Meals – in the US, lunch is typically lighter and dinner is the largest meal of the day.
Grazing…
• An eating pattern that is gaining popularity
• Eating five or more small meals throughout the day instead of three large ones
• Can be convenient and healthful
Choices for Eating Out…
• Full Service Restaurants – Ex: Olive Garden
• Self Serve Restaurants– Ex: Chinese Buffet
• Fast Food Restaurants– Ex: Taco Bell
TAKE OUT
As the pace of living increases, so do take out food options…
Delivery (Chinese/Pizza)Full Service Restaurant Take Out
Ex: Car-Side To Go
Eating Out Healthfully…• Portions are often large – ask for a
container for leftovers
• Build your meal around several appetizers or side dishes instead of one large main dish or entrée.
Healthful tips (con’t)
• Look for descriptions like broiled, poached, steamed or roasted.
• Avoid items described as batter dipped, fried, creamy, or au gratin.
• Choose salads with care – creamy dressings are high in fat.
• Choose pasta dishes served with red sauce rather than creamy sauces.
A Few More Tips…