Question

guidelines for a healthy diet: mastery test

1
select the correct answer.

ron wants to make fish for dinner. which is the healthiest way for him cook the fish?

fried
baked in cream sauce
grilled
sauteed in oil

Explanation:

Analyze cooking methods

We evaluate the health impact of each cooking method. This involves Controllable Health Factors and Lifestyle Factors that directly affect nutrition.

Compare fat and calorie content

• Fried: Adds significant amounts of unhealthy fats and extra calories.
• Baked in cream sauce: Cream sauces are high in saturated fats and calories.
• Sauteed in oil: Adds extra fat and calories from the cooking oil.
• Grilled: Requires little to no added fat, allowing excess fat to drip away.

Determine the healthiest option

Grilling is the healthiest method because it minimizes added fats and preserves nutrients.

Answer:

• fried
• baked in cream sauce
• grilled (Correct answer)
• sauteed in oil