HSN308 - Food, Nutrition and Society

Description

This document contains all content covered in HSN308 during weeks 1-11 in detail. It has been typed in an easily understandable and simplified way. Content has been categorised weekly for your convenience, allowing you to see the theory in perspective. Specific topics covered in this document include: - An introduction to social nutrition and the history of food in the world - Influences on Food-Related Behaviours: Religion, Culture, Values, Attitudes, Beliefs and Body Image - Influences on Food-Related Behaviours: Gender, Age and Life Transitions - Influences on Food-Related Behaviours: Marketing, Media and Food Companies - Changing Diets – Possibilities and Practicalities This difficult, content heavy subject is made easier through the use of mnemonics and examples.