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KNOW THE NUTRITION RELATED TERMS

KNOW THE NUTRITION RELATED TERMS 1.     Menu : A list of dishes available in a restaurant or prepared for a meal.   2.     Menu Planning : The process of selecting and organizing dishes to be served in a meal or at an event.   3.     À La Carte : A menu style where items are priced and ordered separately rather than as part of a set meal.   4.     Table d' Hôte : A set menu where a complete meal is offered at a fixed price.   5.     Culinary Trend : The direction in which the culinary industry is moving, influencing menu choices.   6.     Seasonal Menu : A menu that features dishes made from ingredients available during a specific season.   7.     Specials: Dishes that are not part of the regular menu and are offered for a limited time.   8.     Nutritional Information : Information on the nutritional c...

WORLD DIABETES DAY - 14 NOVEMBER 2023

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WORLD DIABETES DAY  14 NOVEMBER, 2023       World Diabetes Day is observed annually on November 14th around the world to raise awareness about diabetes and its impact on millions of people worldwide. It is also a time to unite together, to promote the prevention and management of the disease and its complications.      The theme of World Diabetes Day 2023 is “Access to Diabetes Care”.  This theme highlights of the importance of having equal access to the right information and essential care to ensure timely treatment and management.  It emphasizes the importance of making healthy food choices, being physically active, and maintaining a healthy body weight. Causes of Diabetes      Diabetes is a chronic condition caused by the body's inability to produce enough insulin or to use insulin efficiently to regulate blood sugar levels. There are two main types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. Type 1 Diabetes: It is an aut...

THEORIES OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND BEHAVIOUR

  THEORIES OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND BEHAVIOUR               Human development and behaviour are complex phenomena that have been the subject of study and theorization for many decades. Numerous theories have been proposed to understand how individuals grow, change, and behave in different stages of life. This study note explores several influential theories of human development and behaviour:     1. Freud's Psychosexual Theory             Sigmund Freud's psychosexual theory posits that human development is primarily driven by unconscious desires and conflicts.             Sigmund Freud, the Austrian neurologist and founder of psychoanalysis, developed a comprehensive theory of human development known as the Psychosexual Theory. This theory posits that human development is primarily driven by u...