Many nutrients in foods can be altered or reduced when food is overcooked, processed or improperly stored. However, the loss of nutrients can be significantly reduced by careful handling of food when choosing, cooking and storing foods.

Learning Outcome:

By the end of this unit, students should be able to describe 3-4 strategies to minimize nutrient losses while cooking vegetables.

Learning Activity:

 Video

Watch this video Minimizing Nutrient Losses While Cooking

Answer the following questions:

  1. What is the first R for nutrient preservation described in the video?
  2. What is the second R for nutrient preservation described in the video?
  3. What is the third R for nutrient preservation described in the video?
  4. Which cooking methods can minimize nutrient losses while cooking vegetables?
  5. List two additional strategies for minimizing nutrient losses in food that you come to know of.