“The variety of fruits and
vegetables that consumers need for a
healthy diet is
Tips to consider when purchasing
Fruit and vegetables :- look for produce that is
not bruised or damaged
- when selecting fresh-cut produce (half a watermelon, or greens) choose items that are refrigerated or surrounded by ice
- bag fresh fruits and vegetables in separate bags, do not place with
Tips to consider when purchasing grains:
- Search the label (low in sodium, saturated (solid ) fat, and added sugars
- Look for the word “whole” at the beginning of the ingredients list
- Buy grain products that are packaged tightly and sealed well.
- Grains should look and smell fresh
- Only purchase what you need
Benefits of Whole Grains:- Vit Bs, metabolism, nervous system- Magnesium and selenium, builds bones- Iron, carry oxygen in blood
Wheat Flour 101Whole-Wheat: made from entire kernelWhite: made from the endosperm Bread: made from long-patent white flour made primarily from hard, winter wheat. Good for yeast breads and hard rollsDurum (Semolina): highest protein content, best for pasta products All-Purpose: blended hard and soft wheat flours, great for breads, cakes, or pastry Pastry: soft wheat, used by professional bakers
Katelyn HartleyHFED240
Complied by:“Let’s build
wellness rather than treating
disease.” Dr. Bruce Daggy
Purchasing Fruit,
Vegetables & Grains
References:http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/types/fruits/tipsfreshprodsafety.html
http://www.choosemyplate.gov/sites/default/files/tentips/DGTipsheet22ChoosingWholeGrainFoods.pdf
http://foodiezoolee.com/2015/12/produce-in-season-by-the-month/#more-1950
http://www.choosemyplate.gov/vegetables-nutrients-health
http://www.choosemyplate.gov/grains-nutrients-health
Brown, Amy C. Understanding Food: Principles and Preparation. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Pub, 2011. Print.
McWilliams, Margaret. Fundamentals of Meal Management. 5th
Benefits of Fruit and vegetables:- Low in fat and calories- No cholesterol- Contain potassium, helps blood
pressure- Fiber, reduce blood cholesterol
levels- Folate acid, helps body form red
blood cells- Vit C, heal cuts and wounds
