IGCSE Food & Nutrition (0648) — May–June 2025, Paper 12

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Question 1 · 1 mark · The principles of nutrition - terminology

State the term used to describe the food that is normally eaten every day.

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Question 2 · 10 marks · The principles of nutrition - protein

Protein is a nutrient essential to life. Explain why some proteins have a higher biological value (HBV) than others.

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Question 3 · 3 marks · The principles of nutrition - carbohydrates

Monosaccharides are carbohydrates that provide the body with energy. Name the monosaccharide that should be eaten to give an immediate release of energy.

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Question 4 · 6 marks · The principles of nutrition - fats and oils

Fats and oils are classified into three groups. Saturated fat is one group. Name the two other groups of fats and oils.

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Question 5 · 6 marks · The principles of nutrition - vitamins

Vitamin B1 is also known as thiamin. State the name of vitamin B12.

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Question 6 · 14 marks · The principles of nutrition - minerals (calcium)

Minerals are essential nutrients to include in a balanced diet. State four different reasons why it is important to include calcium in the diet.

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Question 7 · 13 marks · Food preparation and cooking - raising agents

A recipe for gingerbread uses the following ingredients: - 250 g plain flour - 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda - 1½ tsp ground ginger - 100 g margarine - 50 g brown sugar - 150 g syrup…

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Question 8 · 7 marks · Food preparation and cooking - methods of cooking (deep frying)

Deep frying is a popular method of cooking potatoes. Name two kinds of oils suitable to use for deep frying.

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Question 9 · 12 marks · Food commodities - milk and dairy foods

Milk and cheese are dairy foods. Name three other dairy foods.

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Question 10 · 8 marks · Food management - food packaging

One reason for packaging food is to protect it from chemical contamination. Describe four other reasons for protecting food with packaging.

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Question 11 · 5 marks · The kitchen - kitchen design and surfaces

Describe five advantages of using paint as a wall covering in a kitchen.

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Question 12 · 15 marks · Diet, health and wellbeing - meal planning and dietary needs (obesity)

Answer either Question 12 or Question 13. Obesity is a common health issue often caused by an incorrect diet. Discuss ways to prevent obesity when planning family meals.

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Question 13 · 15 marks · Diet, health and wellbeing - dietary needs of different groups (pregnancy / lacto-vegetarian)

Answer either Question 12 or Question 13. Use your knowledge of nutrition and meal planning to discuss the vitamin requirements of a pregnant lacto-vegetarian and her developing…

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