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Nutrition 244
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Culinary Art
Undergraduate 2
06/07/2012

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Food is composed of?
Definition
Chemical compounds
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Macro nutrients
Definition
Carbs, protein, fats, water
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Major constituents of the macro nutrients
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Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen (phosphorus & sulfur)
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What number of bonds do the major constituents form?
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H = 1, O = 2, N = 3, C = 4 (HONC)
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Covalent bond
Definition
Share electrons (not necessarily evenly), strongest bond. Ex: pop (sugar in water), single WATER molecule
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Ionic bond
Definition
Electrons are lost and gained, creates positive and negative ions, bonds between opposite charges, relatively weak bond. Ex: salt (Na+Cl-)
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Hydrogen bond
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Bonds between slightly positive and slightly negative charges, relatively weak bond, many H bonds = strong force. Ex: Water molecules bonded together (liquid)
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Hydrophobic bond
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Molecules move away from water, attraction between molecules is not as strong as their aversion to water, relatively weak bond, many hydrophobic bonds = strong force. Ex:
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pH
Definition
"Power of hydrogen" is a numerical representation of the H+ concentration in a liquid. <7 = acid, >7 = base. High hydroxyl (OH-) concentration = acid.
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Solid food
Definition
Low energy state, slow moving molecules. Two forms: amorphous - no organization (blow-pop), crystalline - very organized (fudge)
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Liquid food
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More energy, molecules move faster, bonds are constantly broken and reformed, characterized by vapor pressure and surface tension
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Vapor pressure
Definition
Pressure exerted by molecules as they break away from the liquid and attempt to escape and become vapor. Heat increases (molecules move faster), solutes decrease (takes up space at surface, interact with water molecules)
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Atmospheric pressure
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Pressure exerted by the molecules of air on the surface of a liquid, different at different elevations. - 1* C for every 500 feet
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Melting point
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Adding 80 calories of heat per gram of ice
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Boiling point
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Adding 540 calories of heat per gram of water, 212* F or 100* C, begins when vapor pressure = atmospheric pressure
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Surface tension
Definition
Attraction between liquid molecules at the surface, Mercury has the highest
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Structure of water
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Unique because it exist at all 3 physical states, electrically asymmetrical molecule (dipole)
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Heat of fusion
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Amount of heat that is released when a liquid is transformed to a solid, 80 calories/gram of water
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Heat of vaporization
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Heat energy absorbed in conversion of water into steam, 540 calories/gram of water
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Specific heat
Definition
Amount of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of substance 1* C, water has a high specific heat/heat capacity = 1.00
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Solute
Definition
Compound dissolved in a solvent, lowers freezing point, raises boiling point, ionized have greater effect
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Universal solvent
Definition
Water makes up 70% of our bodies, chemical reactions in our bodies take place in an aqueous environment, substances must dissolve in order to come together and react
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Heat transfer
Definition
Waters high specific heat enables it to absorb a lot of heat before becoming steam, absorbed heat can be transferred to food cooking it
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Food preservation - water
Definition
Removing water makes it difficult for microorganisms to survive. Water orientates around and is drawn to solutes, thus adding them to products makes the water unavailable to microorganisms
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Water Activity (Aw)
Definition
Foods don't support bacterial growth with an Aw below 0.85. Aw ranges from 0 - 1.00 (pure water)
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Osmotic pressure
Definition
Pressure required for water to move in or pass through a cell wall or semi-permeable membrane
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Osmosis
Definition
Water will go from an area of low solute concentration to an area of high solute concentration to reach equilibrium
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Hydrolysis
Definition
Chemical reaction in which water breaks a chemical bond in another substance, splitting it into 2+ new substances. Ex: sucrose > glucose + fructose
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Bound water
Definition
Found in food like bread, unlike the water in fruits and veggies, it no longer acts like pure water
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Type 1 water
Definition
Monolayer, first layer, tightly bound to food surface, nearly impossible to remove
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Type 2 water
Definition
Multilayer water, bound to the type 1 water, still tightly bound, doesn't have properties of liquid water, some can be removed via dehydration
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Type 3 water
Definition
Bulk water, makes food feel wet or slick (mouthfeel), does have properties of liquid water, can be removed via dehydration
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Typer 4 water
Definition
Free water, not associated with food
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Dispersions
Definition
1. True solutions 2. Colloids 3. Suspensions. They're based on particle size
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True solutions
Definition
1. Unsaturated - More solvent than solute 2. Saturated - Holds as much solute as possible at that temperature 3. Supersaturated - Contains more solute than possible at that temperature
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Colloidal dispersions
Definition
Any of the three states of matter, particle size = 1 nm - 0.1/0.2 um, too large to dissolve, too small to percipitate. Continuous phase - solvent usually water. Discontinuous phase - solute
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Sol
Definition
Solid dispersed in liquid, solid = discontinuous, liquid = continuous, has "flow properties" meaning it can be poured. Ex: Jello, casein
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Gel
Definition
Liquid dispersed in solid, solid = continuous, liquid discontinuous, no flow properties, solid forms continuous matrix. Ex: yogurt
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Emulsion
Definition
Liquid in another liquid, continuous or discontinuous, easily broken. Ex: Mayonaise
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Temporary emulsion
Definition
Mixed after shaking. Ex: vinaigrette dressing
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Permanent emulsion
Definition
Held by emulsifying agent. Ex: polar H20 and non-polar lipid
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O/W Emulsion
Definition
Oil droplets dispersed in water, most common. Ex: Mayonaise
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W/O Emulsion
Definition
Water droplets dispersed in oil. Ex: Butter or margarine
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Foam
Definition
Gas dispersed in liquid, liquid = continuous, gas = discontinuous. Ex: Egg whites
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Suspensoid
Definition
Gas dispersed in solid, solid = continuous, gas = discontinuous. Ex: Cake batter after being baked
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Course suspension
Definition
Influenced by gravity, particles settle to bottom, largest particle = > 0.2 um. Ex: Veggie soup
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Heat transfer methods
Definition
1. Conduction 2. Convection 3. Radiation 4. Induction
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Conduction
Definition
Direct transfer by contact (molecule to molecule), use resting & standing time. Good conductors: copper, iron, aluminum, dark surfaces, glass
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Convection
Definition
Transfer of heat by moving air or liquid (water/fat) currents through and/or around food, use resting & standing time. Ex: baking in oven, simmering, steaming, deep-frying
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Radiation
Definition
Transfer heat through electromagnetic waves or rays, heats surface of food, long wave lengths (infrared), very fast. Ex: Microwaving
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Microwave
Definition
Uses short electromagnetic waves, penetrates 1.5" into food, causes rapid vibration of polar compounds in food, finish cooking with standing time
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Microwave pros/cons
Definition
Advantages: fast, retains nutrients. Disadvantages: doesn't brown, uneven heating, doesn't handle large quantities
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Induction
Definition
Electromagnetic cooking vessel, heating coil beneath ceramic surface, requires pans to be iron or steel (magnetic). Advantages: fast, even, clean, instantaneous, no wasted heat
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Moist heat
Definition
Heat is transferred by water, water-based liquid or steam
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Dry heat
Definition
Heat is transferred by air, radiation, fat, or metal
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Moist cooking methods
Definition
Scalding, poaching, simmering, stewing, braising, boiling (parboiling, blanching), steaming
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Dry cooking methods
Definition
Roasting, baking, broiling, grilling, BBQ, frying, sauteing, stir-frying, pan-broiling, pan-frying, deep-frying
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FDA
Definition
Food & Drug Administration, inspects facilities and manufacturing process, sets standards of ideality, minimum quality, and fill, food labeling, regulates food and additives, research, educating public
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USDA
Definition
Mandatory inspection of meats, poultry and eggs. Voluntary grading of meat, poultry, eggs, dairy, fruit, veggies, fish, and cereal
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EPA
Definition
Determines safety of new pesticides, sets tolerance levels for pesticide residue in food
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CDC
Definition
Tracks outbreak of foodborne illness, determines cause, prevents recurrence
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Foodborne illness
Definition
Illness transmitted to humans by food. Young, old, and immuno-compromised are most susceptible
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Sources of foodborne illness
Definition
Biological, chemical, physical
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Bacteria - foodborne illness
Definition
Responsible for 90% of cases, they're everywhere and grow in many different conditions. 1. Pathogenic - cause illness 2. Spoilage - spoiled food 3. Helpful - used in beer, wine, cheese, yogurt, sourdough bread.
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Bacterial infection
Definition
Ingest live bactera, live and grow in intestine, can escape = systemic, distinguished by fever, long
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Bacterial intoxication
Definition
Bacteria produce toxin while living in food, we ingest food containing toxin. Heat labile toxins: botulism toxin. Heat stable toxins: staphyloccocus toxin, short
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Bacterial toxin mediated infection
Definition
Ingest live bacteria, produce toxin in intestinal tract, long, causes fever
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Listeria
Definition
Soil contaminant, survives pH 4.8-9.0, grows in 39* F-113* F, associated with dairy and lunch meat
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Salmonella
Definition
Associated with meat, fish, poultry, eggs and dairy,
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Shigella
Definition
Transmitted by infected food handelers
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Yersinia
Definition
Associated with raw pork and beef, will grow between 32* F - 106* F, destroyed with heat
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Staph
Definition
Found in nasal passage, skin. Transmitted by sneezing, coughing. Toxin is heat stable. Associated with high protein foods, MRSA
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Clostridium botulinum
Definition
Soil contaminant, anaerobic, requires pH > 4.6, forms spores, deadly but rare, commonly caused by poorly canned food
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Clostridium
Definition
Soil contaminant, can cause infection, gangrene, gas producer, caused by food held at improper temperature
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E. Coli
Definition
Common intestinal bacteria, most is harmless, easily killed by heat
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Campylobacter
Definition
Associated with raw meat, poultry, milk, and untreated water, easily killed with heat
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Vibrio
Definition
Associated with seafood, poor sanitary conditions, and contaminated water. Causes cholera, most common in Japan
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Yeast
Definition
Helpful in beer, wine, and sourdough breads, spoils food causing off flavors
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Molds
Definition
Produce mytoxins, some are carcinogenic, visible on food, grows in wide range of temps, requires less water than bacteria, used by cheese industry for flavor, texture, and aroma
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Parasites
Definition
Life cycle involves more than one animal, requires host, most common are round worms, nematodes, and protazoa
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Viruses
Definition
Require living cell to multiply, consist of DNA or RNA, transmitted via fecal matter, most common are hepatitis A and Norwalk virus
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Prions
Definition
Cause mad cow disease, infects spinal cord and brain, long incubation period
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Preventing foodborne illness
Definition
Educate the food handler and public, wash hand diligently, follow HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point), seven principles
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Food spoilage
Definition
Detectable change due to appearance, taste, texture, and odor. Can change food biologically, physically, or chemically
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Food contamination
Definition
Non-detectable
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Boiling-water processing canning
Definition
Used on foods with a pH above 4.6 where Clostridium botulinum can survive
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Pressure canning
Definition
Used on foods with pH below 4.6 (acidic)
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Hot packing
Definition
Heated to at least 170* F in syrup, juice, or water
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Cold packing
Definition
Not heated prior to canning
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Enzymatic browning
Definition
Caused by the oxidizing enzymes tyrosinase and polyphenolase. Requires, enzyme, substrate, and oxygen. The destruction of the cell brings the reactants together
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How does the seal form on a canned jar?
Definition
The heating and cooling forms a vaccum
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