3.1 Define the term food security - NSC Consumer Studies - Question 3 - 2019 - Paper 1
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3.1 Define the term food security.
Food security is the ability of individuals to obtain sufficient enough food on a daily basis.
3.2 Name the eating disorder char... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:3.1 Define the term food security - NSC Consumer Studies - Question 3 - 2019 - Paper 1
Step 1
Define the term food security.
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Food security is the ability of individuals to obtain sufficient enough food on a daily basis.
Step 2
Name the eating disorder characterised by eating large amounts of food or binge eating followed by self-induced vomiting.
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Bulimia (nervosa).
Step 3
Identify the enzyme that is added to the milk.
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Lactase.
Step 4
Explain the advantage of adding the enzyme to the milk for a person suffering from lactose intolerance.
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The person will not suffer from the side effects of lactose intolerance anymore because the enzyme lactase will help to breakdown/digest the lactose into glucose/galactose which can be absorbed into the bloodstream.
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Explain the reason why Nolac milk is suitable for a person with osteoporosis.
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Nolac milk is suitable because it is rich in calcium and vitamin D which are essential for bone health.
Step 6
State if Nolac milk is suitable for a person with milk allergies. Motivate your answer.
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Nolac milk is not suitable as it contains proteins that may be harmful for allergic individuals.
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Recommend, with reasons, FOUR dietary guidelines for the management of obesity.
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Reduce the intake of fat / lean meat / fish / chicken to reduce total energy intake and contribute to weight loss.
Eat at least three meals a day and do not skip breakfast to maintain regular metabolism.
Grill / bake / steam foods instead of frying to reduce fat intake and calories.
Increase intake of high fiber foods to fill you up and reduce overall calorie intake.
