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Food Studies: We Are What We Eat (Elective)

“The 'good food' is...the food of the Word of God, for as food builds up the tissues of the body, repairs waste, and preserves us in health, so the Word of God is the complete food of the soul.” William Griffith Thomas 

OVERVIEW

Students develop a deeper understanding of the nutritional needs of our bodies. We explore various sources of dietary advice, including what the Bible has to say about healthy eating. Students investigate the influences on our food choices, food labelling, dietary advice, the 6 main nutrients and the impact of consuming processed foods. Students develop various practical skills over the semester and learn to apply their nutritional knowledge to their practical tasks, so they can receive the benefits of healthy living and eating. Students have the opportunity to demonstrate the love of Jesus to prisoners in Victoria by participating in Prison Fellowship Biscuit Bake and pursue Jesus' challenge to be Him to those in need.

SUBJECT LENGTH

  • 5 periods per cycle for Semester 1

TOPICS INCLUDE

  • Why We Eat
  • Food Labelling
  • Dietary Advice
  • Macro Nutrients
  • Processed Foods

PREREQUISITES

  • Booklist Items
  • Levy Cost

ASSESSMENT

  • Practical Cooking Activities and Written Evaluations (60%)
  • Classwork & Assignments (20%)
  • Theory Test (10%)
  • Practical Test (10%)

“Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.” John 6:35