CONVENIENCE AND HEALTH FOODS 3 (1+2)

Lesson 1 : Convenience Foods

Importance of convenience foods

1. Traditional foods are available at commercial level which are prepared by cottage industries and by multinational companies.
2. Supplementation with protein rich sources and preparation of ready to eat foods would correct nutritional inadequacy and provide variety.
3. Instant mixes are needed for all segments of population, including armies, railways and even patients.
4. The convenience foods meet the urgent needs of situation of offering hospitality to unexpected guests and a busy house wife.
5. Changing life style has brought about changes in eating habits that has great demand for convenience foods in Indian market.
6. Desire for more leisure time and demand for foreign or sophisticated dishes inspired by the media and increased trend.
7. Meets the desire to taste new products.