In this post , we will describe how to care for the various kitchen equipment. The care and maintenance of kitchen equipment involves proper cleaning and handling. Sink: It is the cleaning up area, where the washing of utensils takes…
There are various materials used to make the various utensils and kitchen equipment. That is what we will look at in this post , as well as how to care for them. Aluminium It is combined with other compounds to…
In this post , we describe the common kitchen equipment and their functions; Pots and Pans-They are essential for most cooking methods. You can have a non-stick pan for making eggs and pancakes, preparing sauces, searing meat, and sauteing vegetables;…
The basic cooking area provides for the proper environment and storage of all elements crucial for meal handling and preparation. Each work centre should offer effective working conditions for its designated functions. The various activities involved in meal preparation from…
Most recipes for cooking methods such as baking likely need the usage of a binding agent or a thickener. Binding agents are substances that prevent a mixture from separating or dispersing. They hold the mixture together. They include eggs, corn…
Nutrition counselling also referred to as nutritional therapy/dietary counselling involves working one-on-one with a nutrition specialist or dietitian. It involves the reception of individualized nutrition advice and management to mentor you achieve your nutrition and health objectives: weight management, cardio-metabolic…
Adolescence is a critical life stage marked by rapid growth that involves physical and psychosocial development, hormonal and metabolic changes and body composition increase, which are all impactive on future health. Puberty is also a period important in the establishment…
Children between 5-12 years are growing rapidly hence they have increased nutrient requirements. Variety is important for this age group. Prepare foods in an appealing way by including different colours and tastes. Children at this age can be picky about…
Children 2-5 years have high nutrient requirements due to rapid growth. By this time, they eat at the table with other family members. Therefore, caregivers should teach their children to eat nutritious foods by themselves eating those nutritious foods since…
At 6-24 months, it is recommended that complementary feeding be practiced alongside breastfeeding. You should introduce foods gradually-one at a time, and then wait about 3 days before you introduce another new food. This will help you identify potential foods…
