FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FUTURE TRENDS IN FOOD TECHNOLOGY

PERSONALIZED NUTRITION AND HEALTH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is psychological function?
A
We all have emotional needs, such as need for security, love and affection.
B
Food is one way through which these needs are satisfied.
C
Food helps in the nourishment and health of our body.
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Psychological Function of Food. In addition to satisfying physical and social needs, food must satisfy certain emotional needs. These include a sense of security, love and attention. Thus familiar foods make us feel secure.

Detailed explanation-2: -In addition to satisfying physical and social needs, foods also satisfy certain emotional needs of human beings. These include a sense of security, love and acceptance. For example, preparation of delicious foods for family members is a token of love and affection.

Detailed explanation-3: -Psychological hunger is more the desire to eat with no obvious physical feelings. One way to understand if the hunger is physical or emotional is often the rate of which it affects you. Psychological hunger is often fast acting and impulsive.

Detailed explanation-4: -HUNGER is a natural physical drive to eat prompted by the body’s need for food. APPETITE is a psychological desire for food.

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