Australia Culture and Etiquette & Recipe

Cultural beliefs in Australia are similar to the United States. The culture is made up of European and Aboriginal legacy. European immigrants brought with them their lifestyle traditions and foods. Aboriginal lifestyles and festivals are commonly celebrated in Australia. However, some holidays they celebrate are based on their own history. One such holiday is Australia Day, observed June 8^th. Generally schools and government buildings are closed this day.

In Australia it is okay to bring your own wine to a restaurant, but bringing your own beer or mixed drink is not acceptable and is a sign of disrespect.  Other table manners include placing your fork and knife parallel on the plate indicating that you are full and keeping your elbows off the table.

The main religions in this country are Anglican are Roman Catholic. Others include catholic and non-catholic.

            Australia is located in Oceania, the continent between the Indian Ocean and South Pacific Ocean. The climate is typically warm with the northern parts being tropical and the southern parts being temperate.

            Crops produced on a large scale are cereals, oats, wheat and legumes. Sugarcane is an important crop too but the Australian industry is struggling to compete with the Brazilian sugarcane industry. Oranges, apples and bananas are also grown here.

            Foods they eat in Australia are similar to what we eat in the United States. Barbeques are a common, simple entertainment. Their food patterns also include an abundance of fresh fruit and salads. They eat a lot of meat in this country and have the title as the largest meat consumers. There are a couple of dishes that Australians have on occasion that may not be familiar. There are foods that may not be familiar to you. One is Pavlova, a dessert of fruit and cream served on a meringue case.

24k Carrot Recipe
http://www.food.com/recipeprint.do?rid=152441

Works Cited

http://www.dfat.gov.au/facts/people_culture.html

Vitmain D

Vitamin D is an essential vitamin to anyone’s health but for athletes it is especially important. A typical healthy person would think that they have sufficient amounts of vitamins and minerals in their body. However, almost everyone who is not already on some sort of supplement has a vitamin D deficiency. This vitamin is important for bone strength and remodeling and also for muscle performance. It is also important in immune health and preventing exercise-induced inflammation. Recently, it has been discovered that people with chronic pain experience increased levels of pain with a vitamin D deficiency. The recommended amount of daily vitamin D intake is 4000 IUs daily or 28,000 IUs weekly as the upper limit but still in safe consumption amounts. Yet, some people are prescribed up to 50,000 IUs weekly. People can get Vitamin D through sun exposure and also by eating foods rich in vitamin D such as fish, eggs, dairy and mushrooms.

This information fits into what we are discussing because we are always trying to eat healthier. In my opinion, this is an important vitamin because it asists the body with vital functions such as muscle function, bone structure and immune system

This information might help people get the required amount of vitamin D needed to maintain a healthy status.

"The Sunny Side of Vitamin D." Nurtition Fact Sheet. N.p., Jan. 2011. Web. Nov. 2012.

http://scan-dpg.s3.amazonaws.com/resources/DOCS/factsheets/SD-USA%20Fact%20Sheet_Jan%202011_Sunny%20Side%20of%20Vitamin%20D_(web).pdf

Eat Foods With Adequate Starch and Fiber

Why is bread nicknamed the Staff of Life?
Because throughout history so many people depended on it as a primary source of nutrients.

A grain of wheat has three parts. Name and describe each one.
The germ is where the new plant start to grow
The bran is the outer part of the grain.
The endosperm is the middle part, mostly carbohydrates.

What is the difference between white flour and whole wheat flour?
Whole wheat flour contains all three parts of the grain and in white flour the bran and germ are removed.

When was white flour first developed?
3000 b.c.

Why does white bread cost less than whole wheat bread.
The manufactures can sell the removed germ and bran for animal feed.

What does it mean to enrich bread?
Add vitamins to it.

Convice me that I should be eating whole wheat bread instead of white bread.
Whole wheat bread contains many more nutrients not found in white bread. People who eat whole wheat bread seem to not have vitamin deficiencies.

Do all states require bread/flour to be enriched?
No.

How can you tell for certain if the bread you purchase is whole wheat?
Read the label

How do manufacturers determine the way in which to list ingredients?
by its weight.

What do whole grains have to do with fiber?
Whole grains are a great source of fiber.

Why is it important to get enough fiber in your diet?
Fiber aids in weight control by making you feel full after a smaller portion. It also prevents constipation and can lower cholestrol.

Barley

Barley, a grain, originated in Western Asia near the Nile River. It contains the nurtrients of fiber, fat, antioxidants, vitamin B3, B1, iron, magnesium, zinc, phosophorus, copper. Parts of the grain inlcude the amber colored grain, and the barley which is produced at the end of the stalk.

Recipe for White Bean and Barley Risotto

Ingredients

• 1 large yellow onion, chopped

• 2 1/2 cups beef broth

• 1/2 cup pearl barley

• 1 15 ounce can  small white beans

• 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

Directions

• In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 6 minutes. Stir in the broth and barley and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover and simmer until the barley is tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Stir in the white beans and simmer for 5 minutes. Season with pepper, stir in the parsley and serve

Nashville

Here are a few of the foods I ate in Nashville

 This was part of my breakfast one morning, cinnamon and pumpkin pound cake

 Biscuits with sausage gravy and eggs!

 These are potato skins, all of the potato taken out then filled with cheese and bacon.

 This was dinner before the CMA Awards. Mac, Chicken and Cheese with Garlic Bread.

 Homemade, hand breaded chicken tenders with honey mustard. This was probably my favorite!

My mom got a cheeseburger and fries, she's allergic to everything so she just eats the hamburger and fries not the bread.

Preserving Nutrients in Fruits and Vegetables.

Preserving nutrients is easier than you might think. From LIvestrong.com, the first step to preserving vitamins and minerals is to cut fruit several times a week rather than maybe just once. The fresher the fruit the healthier it is. Secondly, cut the fruit or vegetable at the very last minute before using it. Oxidation causes the fruits and vegetables to lose their nutrients. Third, boil vegetables in minimum amount of water possible. The more water you use the longer it takes to boil and more vitamins are destroyed in the heat. Lastly, eat fruits and vegetables raw. They are in their purest most natural form and contain the most nutrients raw. This pertains to our class as we continue to learn ways to prepare food in the healthiest ways. I think this article contains great information for keeping the nutrients in the vegetables. If we follow these simple steps, we would all be eating healthier.

Source:

Live Strong. http://www.livestrong.com/article/81834-preserve-vitamins-foods/