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Nutrition assistant.·Studiemateriale

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This page gives you an overview of the trade before you start or need to take an exam. It brings together the central topics and concepts and helps you prepare effectively.

§What must you be able to do?

  • 01Understand nutrition's building blocks: carbohydrates fats proteins vitamins and minerals.
  • 02Planning your day and prioritising between many tasks
  • 03Prepare food for many and maintain correct quality and temperature.
  • 04Make small stretching exercises for neck, shoulders and hands
  • 05Work according to good hygiene and self-control.
  • 06Reduce food waste and work safely in a busy kitchen.

§Central concepts

ConceptWhat it means
PLACEHOLDER_93Carbohydrate, fat and protein — the energy-giving nutrients.
MicronutrientVitamins and minerals which the body only needs in small amounts.
Quality control.The company's own food safety program.
Cold chainThe unbroken cooling from purchasing to serving.
Energy dense dietLots of energy and protein in a small portion.
Cross-contaminationUnwanted transfer of bacteria or allergens.

§How you help a person with post-traumatic stress

Linking theory and practice is the key. When you learn about a nutrient or a diet think about how you make it in practice: What raw materials? What portion? How does it taste good? The more you can translate knowledge into concrete food the better you understand the subject.

Also review the hygiene rules until they are solid. Temperature, cold chain and cross-contamination are topics you both need to explain and act on every single day.