1. 4.01 C Individual Food Choices and Influences 1

2. 2 How do we use food? S sss Nutrition to maintain the functions of the body. Enjoyment to satisfy the senses. Comfort soothe you. Entertainment Adventure new experiences. Is how we use food for/to… Wellness to affect one’s well being. To entertain us Family and social ties to bring us together 4.01C Individual Food Choices and Influences

3. 3 What influences food choices? Individual Influences 4.01C Individual Food Choices and Influences

4. 4 Physiological Influences Gender/Age o Caloric needs o Nutritional needs Health o Wellness o Activity levels 4.01C Individual Food Choices and Influences

5. 5 Psychological influences Stress Emotion Appetite 4.01C Individual Food Choices and Influences

6. 6 Personal Beliefs and Tastes Likes… o Why do you like foods that you choose? Dislikes… o Why do you dislike the foods you refuse? 4.01C Individual Food Choices and Influences

7. 7 Culture and Customs Racial, religious and social groups that practice similar traditions. o Dietary laws  Muslims and Jews consider pork unclean.  Fish is eaten during Lent. Traditions that are practiced yearly o Thanksgiving o Easter o Christmas 4.01C Individual Food Choices and Influences

8. 8 Situational Factors Stages of the family life cycle. Family Schedules. Peer Groups Financial Resources o Family Budget Knowledge and Skill s o Culinary Skills 4.01C Individual Food Choices and Influences

9. Lets Review…. Food Choices include: o Nutrition o Wellness o Enjoyment o Family and social ties o Comfort o Entertainment o Adventure 9 4.01C Individual Food Choices and Influences

10. Food influences affect food selection through: o Physiological factors o Psychological factors o Cultural factors o Situational factors 10 4.01C Individual Food Choices and Influences