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Food Safety & Nutrition in Foster Care

This course helps develop an understanding of food safety that is suitable to a home setting and also addresses good nutrition for young people.

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Each year millions of people get sick from food related illnesses which can cause food poisoning. Food illnesses can cause serious health problems, and even death. Children can be particularly vulnerable to food related illnesses.

What you'll learn.

The course starts by developing understanding of basic food hygiene principles that are required by law in commercial food premises but often forgotten or not followed in the home.

The course also offers some basic advice on good nutrition in the home and some principles to help children enjoy a balanced diet

Who is Food Safety & Nutrition in Foster Care for?

This course is suitable for anybody who has supervision and management of a child’s dietary and nutritional needs.

What are the learning outcomes?

  • Identify the different types of food contamination and hazards
  • Follow the four principles of good food hygiene as outlined by the FSA
  • Eliminate or reduce potential contamination risks in the kitchen
  • Outline a balanced diet and create a balanced meal based on the eat well plate.
  • Apply strategies to overcome picky eaters

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is food safety and nutrition?
Food safety concentrates on preventing contamination throughout the food chain, from farm to table. Nutrition emphasizes getting the essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients your body needs to function properly.
Malnutrition in food refers to an imbalance between the nutrients your body needs and what it receives from your diet. It encompasses both undernutrition, caused by insufficient calories or specific nutrients, and overnutrition, resulting from excessive intake of certain nutrients. This condition isn’t solely about calorie intake but also about lacking essential vitamins, minerals, or protein despite consuming enough calories. Undernutrition typically stems from poverty and inadequate food access, while overnutrition is increasingly common due to diets high in unhealthy fats, sugars, and processed foods.
The UK food security and nutrition policy aims to ensure a reliable supply of safe, nutritious and affordable food. It promotes sustainable agriculture, supports supply chain resilience, and establishes trade policies to secure food imports and exports. The policy includes healthy eating guidelines, food safety standards and support for vulnerable populations. It encourages environmental sustainability by reducing food waste and supporting sustainable farming practices. Economic support for farmers and rural development is provided, while an integrated policy approach ensures coordination across government departments. Regular monitoring, evaluation, and investment in research and innovation are key components.

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