AQA food technology unit 4

Name three factors that influence food choice.

Religion, culture, health, cost, availability, ethical beliefs, lifestyle.

Which religion avoids beef?

Hinduism.

Which religion avoids pork?

Islam and Judaism.

What does vegetarian mean?

A person who doesn’t eat meat or fish.

What is a vegan?

Someone who does not eat any animal products, including dairy and eggs.

What is a lacto-vegetarian?

A vegetarian who eats dairy but not eggs or meat.

Name 2 food allergies.

Nut allergy, milk allergy.

Name 2 food intolerances.

Lactose intolerance, gluten intolerance (e.g., coeliac disease).

What is coeliac disease?

An autoimmune disorder where the body reacts to gluten.

What is lactose intolerance?

Inability to digest lactose, the sugar in milk.

What is fortification?

Adding nutrients to foods that were not originally present.

Name a commonly fortified food.

Breakfast cereals (with iron and B vitamins).

What does GM mean?

Genetically Modified.

Why are foods genetically modified?

To improve yield, pest resistance, or shelf life.

What is organic food?

Food produced without artificial chemicals or GMOs.

Why might people choose organic food?

Health concerns, environmental reasons, animal welfare.

What is the Eatwell Guide?

A government model showing how to balance a healthy diet.

What percentage of our diet should be fruit and vegetables?

About 33% (one-third).

What is food labelling for?

To help consumers make informed choices.

What must be on a food label by law?

Ingredients, allergens, use-by date, storage, nutrition info.

What are traffic light labels?

Colour-coded labels showing levels of fat, sugar, and salt.

What does a red label mean?

High in that nutrient (eat less often).

What does a green label mean?

Low in that nutrient (a healthier choice).

What is functional food?

A food with health benefits beyond nutrition, e.g., probiotics.

Why is cost a factor in food choice?

People buy what they can afford — healthier options are sometimes more expensive.

How does marketing affect food choice?

Adverts, promotions, social media can influence decisions.

How can busy lifestyles affect food choices?

People may prefer ready meals or fast food.

What does sustainability mean in food?

Producing food in ways that don’t harm the environment or future generations.

What is food security?

Having reliable access to enough affordable, nutritious food.

What does food miles mean?

The distance food travels from farm to plate.