SS2 Third Term Food and Nutrition Lesson Note – Choice and Storage Of Foodstuffs

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WEEK 2

TOPIC: CHOICE AND STORAGE OF FOODSTUFFS

CONTENTS:

Sub Topic 1: Bulk Purchasing

 Bulk purchasing is the practice of buying of goods including food in large quantities with the view of storing at home. It involves preparing a list of items to be bought. This will prevent skipping some items and over spending on others.

ADVANTAGES OF BULK PURCHASE

1. It is more economical and it protects one from price fluctuation.
2. It prevents wasteful spending.
3. It makes ingredients ready to use in case of emergency.
4. It attracts some discount from seller during purchasing.
5. It saves time and energy.

DISADVANTAGES OF BULK PURCHASING

1. It can cause spoilage of food stuff where there is no proper storage.
2. It may result to wastefulness.
3. Some food items may become stale.
4. Prices of goods may fall later.

Factors to consider when embarking on bulk purchase.

1. Storage facilities-The type of storage facilities available in the home will determine whether the home maker can buy in bulk or otherwise.
2. Food in season- when foods are in season, they are always cheaper.
3. Size of the family-This help the home maker to have an idea of the quantity of food items that will be sufficient for the family.
4. Available money- The amount of money that is available will determine the food items to be bought.
5. Special nutritional needs of the family members- Priority should be given to special nutritional needs of family members, so as to be able to give them balance diet at all times.

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