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Influences on Food Choices WHY DO WE EAT WHAT WE DO? The History of Food • Early Times – Food = Survival • Humans Learned – Hunt in Tribes – Farming & Herding (more reliable source) • New Foods – Trading began – introduce new foods. The Migration of Food • People searched for food in distant places. ($) • Explorers introduced foods in new lands. • European countries established colonies and empires grew. Making Choices About Foods How often do you ask yourself such questions as: • What should I eat? • When should I eat? • Where should I eat? Food Meets Physical Needs Food Provides • energy • energy for muscle movement • substance to build and repair tissues Food Relieves Hunger Hunger The physical need for food. Appetite The psychological desire to eat. Food Improves Wellness Food helps you… • grow and develop physically. • manage mental stress. • feel strong and energetic. Cultural Influences on Food Choices • The U.S. if often referred to as a “Melting Pot.” • National origin • Religion • Holidays Social Influences on Food Choices • Family • Friends • Mass media – Food Fad: Popular for a short time. – Food Fallacy: Mistaken belief. • Food product trends – Functional Foods: Provide health benefits beyond the nutrients they contain. Psychological Influences on Food Choices Memories of experiences involving foods can affect your food choices. Factors That Affect the Food Supply • Agriculture, Environment – Costs & Availability • Technology – Safety, Nutrient Content • Government – Policies & Law – United States Department of Agriculture (USDA): Enforces standards for meat, poultry, and eggs. – Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Enforces standards for all other foods.