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Definition
CAD   Computer Aided Design  
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CAM   Computer Aided Management  
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Glass Packaging   Strong Transparent, can be recycled, can be different shapes or colours, cheap but heavy  
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Aluminium Packaging   Strong and waterproof but expensive  
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Plastic Packaging   Rigid or flexible, cheap and light weight  
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Best Before Date   The last date by which a products flavour or quality is best, the optimal time of its shelf life for quality  
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Use By Date   The date the manufacturers recommend to use the product for “peak quality” in the food  
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Lactose Intolerant   People who can't digest lactose (a sugar found in dairy products such as milk)  
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Soya   An alternative for someone who is lactose intolerant  
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Calcium   A mineral needed for strong bones and teeth and healthy nerves and muscles (e.g. milk, cheese, yoghurt)  
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Iron   Red blood cells need it to carry oxygen around the body (e.g. red meat, green vegetables)  
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Sodium (salt)   Controls water balance and nerve and muscle activity, (e.g. meat, fish, manufactured salt)  
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Saturated fat   Mostly come from animal sources, can increase cholesterol and lead to heart problems  
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Unsaturated fat   Usually come from vegetable sources, can lower cholesterol  
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Fats   Gives the body fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K and help to form cell walls throughout the body. Needed for energy as well as insulation and vitamins. Can be solids or liquids, the body's main source of energy  
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Calorie Controlled   People who are overweight need to eat a calorie controlled diet. Fat and sugar provide a lot of calories without filling you up  
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Calories   The energy that is measured in food is given this name  
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Obesity   Someone has put on weight to the point that they seriously endanger their health  
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Gluten   The protein found in a number of grains including wheat, barley and rye  
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Coeliac Disease   People can't eat the protein 'gluten' as it stops then from absorbing other nutrients. They can't eat normal bread or pasta. Can get starch and fibre from other foods such as rice, potatoes or gluten free alternatives  
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Sugars   Sweet and dissolve. Provides instant energy. E.g. glucose, fructose and double sugars such as lactose and sucrose. Can cause tooth decay and is stored in the body as fat  
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Starch   Complex sugars and have to be digested into simpler sugars before the energy can be released. Energy is released slowly  
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Fibre   AKA NSP. Breaks down waste more efficiently and helps slow down the absorption of carbohydrates making us feel fuller for longer  
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Vegetarians   Don't eat meat or fish, they need to get protein from other sources such as beans, lentils, eggs and quorn  
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Vegans   Do not eat any animal product, e.g. milk or cheese as well as actual meats and fish.  
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Protein   Needed for growth and repair. Helps build and repair muscles, organs and tissues. Helps children grow and are made from amino acids  
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Vitamins   Are natural substances found in foods that do different jobs in the body, each has a letter to identify it  
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Vitamin A   Helps the eyes see in dim light and helps bone growth and healthy skin and tissue. Sources include, liver, eggs and butter  
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Vitamin B   Transfer and release energy and helps the formation of red blood cells. Sources include, cereals, meat, fish, eggs and dairy products  
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Vitamin C   Helps provide healthy skin and absorption of iron. Helps the body heal faster and prevents infection  
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Vitamin D   Growth and maintenance of strong bones and helps absorption of calcium. Sources include sunlight, fish and eggs.  
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Flour   Forms the structure and is the bulk ingredient in biscuits. Self raising contains baking powder which helps browning and raising  
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Binding   Helps ingredients stick together and bind the pieces (e.g. burgers, pastry and pasta)  
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Aerating   Adds lightness by adding air, carbon dioxide or steam (e.g. whisking eggs, adding milk to batter)  
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Bulking   Adds bulk to make up the main part of the recipe (e.g. flour in bread, oats in muesli)  
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Emulsifying   Ingredients hold oily mixtures together (e.g. oil and vinegar in mayonnaise)  
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Glazing   Adds colour and shine (e.g. eggs or milk)  
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Preserving   Helps the food keep for longer (e.g. salt, sugar, vinegar)  
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Setting   Foods like jelly and custard are set (e.g. gelatine sets jellies, corn flour sets sauces)  
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Shortening   Fats and oils shorten flour mixtures (e.g. pastry made crisp and crumbly in texture)  
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Sweetening   Sugar and dried fruits sweeten (e.g. sugar, fruits, honey)  
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Thickening   Soups and stews need thickening (e.g. flour, starchy vegetables)  
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Standard Components   Saves time and money in large scale production. Manufacturers buy in ready made products (e.g. pastry, fruit fillings, chopped vegetables)  
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Danger Zone   5-63 degrees Celsius  
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Bacteria   Microscopic organisms found everywhere, should be kept at low temperatures, grow in warm conditions (20-50 degrees Celsius) pathogens cause illnesses  
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HACCP   Hazard Analysis and critical control point- lay down foundations for safe food products. Identifies hazards and risks  
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Fair trade   Supports workers in third world countries and their rights. Gives better deals to workers, food that is not produced in this country  
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Assured Food Standards   The animals were treated fairly in the production of the food, product is safe, red tractor symbol guarantees the quality. Pesticides are used responsibly and waste is reduced. Care about the environment, union jack shows its from Britain  
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V Symbol   Vegetarian symbol, mainly found on soya and vegetables, meat free, people who are against eating animals, or people with religious or dietary needs  
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Organic   Means that no pesticides, insecticides or other chemicals were used in the production of that product  
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Modified Starch   Starches that have been changed by genetic or chemical modification so they fit a certain purpose or for a vide variety of purposes (e.g. a ready made lasagne and tomato ketchup contain modified starch)  
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