Family and Consumer Sciences (Grades 5–12) Subtest 2

For example:

• understanding global food sources, local availability, and their effects on the community
• analyzing the cultural and political aspects of food distribution and consumption
• demonstrating knowledge of the sources and functions of nutrients and the importance of nutrients to personal health
• identifying guidelines, principles, and components of food selection, presentation, aesthetics, and menu planning
• demonstrating knowledge of the role of food preparation and nutrition in promoting and maintaining personal health throughout the life span
• demonstrating knowledge of foodborne illnesses (e.g., causes, prevention, symptoms)
• demonstrating knowledge of factors that affect safety and sanitation from production to consumption

For example:

• recognizing physical, emotional, social, psychological, cultural, and spiritual components of individual and family wellness
• demonstrating knowledge of the effects of nutrition on health, wellness, and performance
• demonstrating knowledge of the effects of fad diets, food addictions, and eating disorders on health and wellness
• demonstrating knowledge of strategies for identifying, obtaining, and maintaining health care (e.g., physical, mental) to meet personal and family needs
• applying knowledge of preventative and protective strategies to achieve optimal quality of life