601A Factors that Affect Food Selection 2 Family Income As income increases families spend more for food Increasing the use of dairy products better cuts of meats and baked goods As income decreases spending decreases Foods such as beans and rice are added to stretch thefood dollar ID: 447176
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6.01A FACTORS THAT AFFECT FOOD SELECTION
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Family Income
As income increases, families spend more for food. Increasing the use of dairy products, better cuts of meats and baked goods.
As income decreases, spending decreases. Foods such as beans and rice are added to stretch thefood dollar.
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Shopping Skills of the Meal Manager
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how to choose high quality, most nutritious foods for the money is an meal management skill.
A meal manager needs to know how to compare prices on a per serving basis.
The meal manager must recognize seasonal foods and quality meats.
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Time that is available for Food Preparation
Time and energy of the meal manager affects the food budget.
If time is limited, convenience foods are used more often rather that foods from scratch.
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Family Food Preferences
A family’s value system affects spending.
If the family income is low, a family money might be spent on other goals.
6.01A Factors that Affect Food Selection