6.01A FACTORS THAT AFFECT FOOD
SELECTION
6.01A
Factors that Affect Food Selection
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Family Income
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As income increases, families spend more for
food. Increasing the use of dairy products, better
cuts of meats and baked goods.
As income decreases, spending decreases. Foods
such as beans and rice are added to stretch thefood
dollar.
6.01A
Factors that Affect Food Selection
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Shopping Skills of the Meal Manager
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Knowing how to choose high quality, most
nutritious foods for the money is an meal
management skill.
A meal manager needs to know how to compare
prices on a per serving basis.
The meal manager must recognize seasonal foods
and quality meats.
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Factors that Affect Food Selection
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Time that is available for Food Preparation
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Time and energy of the meal manager affects the
food budget.
If time is limited, convenience foods are used
more often rather that foods from scratch.
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Factors that Affect Food Selection
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Family Food Preferences
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A family’s value system affects spending.
If the family income is low, a family money might
be spent on other goals.
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Factors that Affect Food Selection
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