In which condition can cooking increase nutrient loss?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Cooking vegetables for a very long time in excess water
Prolonged cooking in a large volume of water can cause water-soluble vitamins, particularly vitamin C and some B vitamins, to leach into the cooking water and be destroyed by heat. Cutting vegetables finely and overcooking can increase losses further. Short cooking, minimal water, steaming, and using the cooking liquid can help retain nutrients.
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Cooking vegetables for a very long time in excess water
Why is this the correct answer?
Prolonged cooking in a large volume of water can cause water-soluble vitamins, particularly vitamin C and some B vitamins, to leach into the cooking water and be destroyed by heat. Cutting vegetables finely and overcooking can increase losses further. Short cooking, minimal water, steaming, and using the cooking liquid can help retain nutrients.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Food, Nutrition, Health and Fitness. Topic: Eating patterns and disorders in adolescence.
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