Assess the importance of fruits in a healthy eating pattern.

Indicators for this outcome
(a) Categorize fruits according to qualities such as physical characteristics and classification systems (e.g., what part of the plant they come from).
(b) Identify a variety of fruits grown in Saskatchewan and their contributions to the Saskatchewan economy.
(c) Discuss strategies for choosing, preparing and storing fruits to increase health benefits, increase physical appeal and meet budgets.
(d) Compare organic and conventionally grown fruits.
(e)

Evaluate the effects of different methods of preparation, cooking and storage of fruits considering:

  • colour;
  • texture;
  • appearance; and,
  • nutrient retention.
(f) Conduct a personal inquiry into how fruits are grown, harvested and made into food products in Saskatchewan.
(g) Inquire into the role of fruits in the diets of a variety of cultures, including traditional First Nations and Métis diets.
(h) Identify key nutrients (e.g., vitamins, minerals and fibre) of fruits and the health benefits (e.g., antioxidants and disease prevention) gained by including fruits as part of a healthy eating pattern.
(i) Examine how Canada’s Food Guide recommends including fruits into a healthy eating pattern.
(j) Examine the historical shift in the status of fruits in Canada’s Food Guide.
(k) Compare processed (e.g., frozen, canned, dried) and unprocessed forms of fruits using criteria such as cost per serving, time to prepare, equipment required, nutritional value and taste.
(l) Explore ways to grow one’s own fruit.
(m) Demonstrate the basic steps for preparing, cooking and serving a variety of fruits.
(n) Research, plan for and prepare recipes that feature fruit products for a variety of purposes.
(o) Examine the benefits of composting kitchen waste.
(p) Create opportunities to compost when preparing fruit.
(q) Explore various edible fruits in the local area (e.g., chokecherries, blueberries, saskatoons).
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