Good Cooking Habits

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Basic Good Cooking Habits:

  1. Wash your hands before and after handling food.

  2. Keep the kitchen clean — wipe surfaces and wash utensils after use.

  3. Read the recipe completely before starting.

  4. Gather all ingredients and tools before cooking.

  5. Measure accurately using proper measuring cups or spoons.

  6. Preheat the oven or stove if required before starting to cook.

  7. Cut carefully using a cutting board — always be safe with knives.

  8. Taste as you go to adjust seasoning.

  9. Clean as you cook — don't wait till the end.

  10. Be patient — don’t rush; good food takes time.



GOOD EATING HABITS WITH NUTRITION

🌟 1. Eat a Balanced Diet

  • Include food from all five groups:
    Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, Proteins, and Dairy

  • Avoid eating too much of any one type of food.




🌈 2. Include All Nutrients

NutrientFunctionExamples
CarbohydratesGives energy                Rice, bread, potatoes
ProteinsBuilds muscles and repairs body cells             Eggs, pulses, milk, fish
FatsProvides energy and protects organs              Nuts, ghee, butter
VitaminsKeep body healthy and fight diseases             Fruits, vegetables
MineralsStrong bones, teeth, blood, muscles          Milk (Calcium), Banana (Potassium)
WaterKeeps body cool and helps digestion           Drink 6–8 glasses daily



🕒 3. Eat at the Right Time

  • Eat three main meals – breakfast, lunch, dinner

  • Have healthy snacks in between if needed

  • Don’t skip meals, especially breakfast

🍳 4. Practice Clean Eating Habits

  • Wash hands before and after eating

  • Eat from clean plates and use clean spoons

  • Avoid street food or uncovered food

🚫 5. Avoid Junk Food

  • Say NO to: chips, cold drinks, too much chocolate, burgers, etc.

  • These are high in salt, sugar, and fat – not healthy for the body

🍉 6. Eat Fresh and Seasonal Food

  • Fresh fruits and vegetables are full of nutrients

  • Seasonal foods are tastier and healthier





🧠 7. Eat Mindfully

  • Chew food properly and don’t rush

  • Avoid watching TV or mobile while eating

  • Listen to your body — eat when hungry, stop when full



🥛 8. Drink Enough Water

  • Water helps digest food and removes waste

  • Keep a water bottle and sip through the day



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