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A food product is marketed as “high in protein and all natural”. Evaluate these claims and explain how a consumer could assess them accurately. (7 marks)
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5/7 · ✓ Distinguishes a regulated nutrition content claim from an unregulated marketing term
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functional properties in cooking
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functional properties in cookingsensory perception and flavourfood safety and safe preparationthe Australian Dietary Guidelines
A food product is marketed as “high in protein and all natural”. Evaluate these claims and explain how a consumer could assess them accurately. (7 marks)
Food Studies · VCE
Marked in seconds
✓ Distinguishes a regulated nutrition content claim from an unregulated marketing term
✓ Directs the consumer to the nutrition information panel and ingredient list
✕ Explains what to compare — per 100 g rather than per serve
✕ Notes that a high-protein product may still be high in sugar, fat or sodium
Weak topics, resurfacing
functional properties in cooking
sensory perception and flavour
food safety and safe preparation