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Consumer Choices and Food Labelling

5 dot points across 5 inquiry questions. Click any dot point for a focused answer with worked past exam questions where available.

What are food additives, why are they added to food, and what are the arguments for and against using them?

Explain the types and functions of food additives and evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of their use
A focused answer on food additives - preservatives, colourings, flavourings, antioxidants, emulsifiers and sweeteners - why they are used, and the advantages and disadvantages of their use.
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Why is food packaged, and how can consumers reduce the environmental impact of packaging and food waste?

Explain the functions of food packaging and evaluate how packaging and food choices affect the environment
A focused answer on food packaging - its functions of protection, preservation, information and convenience - and its environmental impact, with strategies for more sustainable consumer choices.
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What influences the food people buy, and how can a consumer make informed, healthy and value-for-money choices?

Explain the factors influencing consumer food choices and apply strategies for making informed, healthy and economical decisions
A focused answer on consumer food choice - the influences of cost, health, advertising, convenience and culture - and how to make informed, healthy and value-for-money decisions.
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How do you read a nutrition information panel and use it to compare products and judge whether a food is healthy?

Interpret a nutrition information panel and use per-100g and per-serving values to compare and judge foods
A focused answer on nutrition information panels - reading energy and nutrient values per 100 g and per serving, comparing products, judging high and low amounts, and using Healthier Choice symbols.
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What information is shown on a food label, why is it required, and how does it help a consumer choose wisely?

Identify the required information on a food label and explain how each part helps the consumer make safe and informed choices
A focused answer on food labels - the required information such as ingredients, dates, weight, storage and allergens - and how each part helps a consumer choose safely and wisely.
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