Organic

foods
HEALTHY FOOD A
A
HELPFUL
THAT YOU CAN BUY
Organic foods contains fewer pesticides
AT THE SUPERMARKET HELPFUL
and they are often fresh and good for
environment and more nutrients than
processed. Vegetables GUIDE
GUIDE A
Dairy Vegetable is a must every time you buy
Products for your food. It also a good diet for
those people who are losing weigt. FOR THE YOUNG PEOPLE
Dairy products are good for your bone TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT
KIND OF FOODS WHEN
Fruits
health, dental health, and weight
management. BUYING IN THE
SUPERMARKET
FOOD Fruits are packed with Vitamins A, C
RECOMMENDATION and E, as well magnesium and zinc.
You can enjoy variety of juicy flavors

Squash such as orange, apple, grapes and etc.

(Vegetables) Meats
and
Squash is a great example we should eat
when eating vegetables because squash is
Poultry
Meat and Poultry are good source of LAUAN, ADATHEA RHENEE C.
healthy for our eyes and it has vitamins, GR. 11 - HUMSS 1 AM
protein, which is a required nutrients
minerals, and antioxidants CLUSTER O - ACTIVITY 4 M3Q3
for our body because it involves our
body growth and development.
 For example; Wonderful Pistachio's Nutrition Facts

WHEN BUYING... Milk (Dairy)

Meat and
Poultry
Milk is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals,
including “nutrients of concern,” which are under-
consumed by many populations. It provides potassium, B12,
calcium and vitamin D, which are lacking in many diets.
When purchasing meat and poultry, it's important to use your senses of
touch, smell and sight. Always make sure the meat is firm to the touch, and Milk is also a good source of vitamin A, magnesium, zinc
check that they packaging doesn't have any tears, holes or excessive and thiamine (B1).
amounts of liquid. It should also be cold to the touch and have no odor. For example; Fresh Milk's Nutrition Facts

Vegetables
Avoid vegetables with visible bruising or broken skins unless you want to cook it that day, as
damaged spots can quickly turn mouldy.
Green vegetables should be crisp and green. Yellowing and a soft feel to things, such as

Orange Juice
cucumber or zucchini, are signs the vegetables are past their best.
Check the stems of broccoli, cauliflower, whole cabbages and lettuce for signs of rot. Dr

(Organic Food)
MacTavish-West says avoid broccoli that's been stored on ice.
Whole pumpkins should be firm and sound hollow when tapped. An undamaged pumpkin can
last a long time in a dry, dark spot. But once cut it needs to be in the fridge and cooked fairly
quickly to avoid mould.
Carrots should be firm and crunchy and have a brightness about them. Mr Hinrichsen says the
industry calls it a "bloom", which is a certain eye appeal of a carrot. Carrots should not bend and
feel squishy, but if there's no mould, you can still cook and eat a bendy carrot. Orange juice is a favorite beverage high in antioxidants and
Mushrooms should look plump, not shrivelled, and not feel slimy to the touch. Store them in
paper to prevent the slimy feel.
micronutrients like vitamin C, folate, and potassium.
With potatoes, pick firm ones with no green patches or sprouting. Robert Cerchiaro, general Regular consumption has been associated with several
manager at a potato growing company, says potatoes with dirt can last a bit longer than pre-
washed ones. This is because the washing takes off some of the skin from the potatoes, allowing health benefits, including improved heart health, decreased
air to get to them. Store potatoes in the dark and keep them cold if you need them to last longer.
inflammation, and a reduced risk of kidney stones.

Pistachio
For example; Minute Maid's Nutrition Facts

Fruits (Nuts)
Flavor—Aroma and Taste
Pistachios are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, protein,
While color and appearance may be the initial quality attributes
antioxidants, and various nutrients, including vitamin B6
that attract us to a fruit or vegetable product, the flavor may and thiamine. Their health effects may include weight loss
have the largest impact on acceptability and desire to consume benefits, lower cholesterol and blood sugar, and improved
it again. Taste has been divided into five primary tastes—sweet, gut, eye, and blood vessel health.
sour, salty, bitter, and umami.