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Learning Intention:

We are learning to plan, prepare and serve meals for the different age groups. This is because we will be able to provide the suitable meals that will be appealing and appropriate for the various age groups.

Success Criteria:

We know we have learnt when we can explain the following factors to consider when planning, preparing and serving meals:

Budget
Nutritional needs(schoolchildren, teenagers, adults and seniors)
Religion
Time

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When planning meals, the following factors need to be considered:

Budget
Nutritional needs (schoolchildren, teenagers, adults and seniors)
Culture and religion
Time

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Budget

Plan meals ahead could save time and money

For example, a whole chicken could be cut into various parts and used in various dishes such as grilled chicken wings and thighs, stir fried breast meat, and bones to boil soup over different meals

If budget is a constraint, choose nutritious food items that cost less.

For example, choose eggs instead of chicken for protein or choose papayas instead of strawberries for fruits

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Budget

Select food items that are in season as seasonal foods are more plentiful and are usually more affordable

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Nutritional Needs �Schoolchildren (7-12 years old)

Eat regular, smaller meals, snacks and drinks
High energy needs due to growth and activity
Reduce salt and sugar

What are their special dietary needs?

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Nutritional Needs �Schoolchildren (7-12 years old)

Protein
Calcium and Vitamin D
Vitamin C
B-group vitamins
Carbohydrates

Which nutrients do they require more of?

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Nutritional Needs �Schoolchildren (7-12 years old)

Use a wide range of ingredients
Vary portion sizes according to the age of the child
Make meals colourful and attractive
Include healthy snacks and more fruits and vegetables
Limit deep-fried food

Tips for preparing and serving meals

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Nutritional Needs �Teenagers (13-18 years old)

High energy needs due to growth spurt
Female teenagers need more iron due to menstruation

What are their special dietary needs?

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Nutritional Needs �Teenagers (13-18 years old)

Protein
Calcium and Vitamin D
Iron and Vitamin C
Carbohydrates

Which nutrients do they require more of?

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Nutritional Needs �Teenagers (13-18 years old)

Increase portion sizes for active teenagers
Choose low-fat protein options e.g. pulses, bean curd and lean chicken
Serve starchy carbohydrates for a low-fat source of energy
Serve iron-rich food, especially for female teenagers e.g. liver and green leafy vegetables
Limit deep-fried food

Tips for preparing and serving meals

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Identify the main nutrients and non-nutrient in each ingredient.

Wholemeal burger bun

______________________

______________________

Cheese

______________________

______________________

Chicken patty

______________________

______________________

Lettuce

______________________

Mayonnaise

______________________

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Why is this burger suitable for a school children and teenager?

Fill in the blanks with the correct answers.

The wholegrain burger buns provide schoolchildren and teenagers with carbohydrates that can provide ______________ for their activities. It is also high in ______________ which keeps the digestive system healthy.

Cheese contains the mineral called ______________ which help schoolchildren and teenagers build ______________ bones and teeth. Vitamin D helps the body absorb this mineral.

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3. The chicken patty is rich in ______________ which is important for schoolchildren and teenagers as it helps in ______________, repair and maintenance of the body cells.

The chicken patty also contains B-group vitamins that can help release ______________ from food.

4. Lettuce contains ______________ which keeps the digestive system of schoolchildren and teenagers healthy. To ensure that female teenagers can get sufficient ______________, spinach leaves can be added to the burger.

5. Mayonnaise contains high ______________ content. A healthier alternative will be to use light mayonnaise.