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Unit 3: Food in daily life - AoS 1 The science of food

7 dot points across 7 inquiry questions. Click any dot point for a focused answer with worked past exam questions where available.

What drives appetite and satiety, and how do the senses shape the appeal of food?

The physiology and conditioning of appetite and satiety, and the sensory appreciation of food including flavour, aroma, texture and appearance
VCE Food Studies Unit 3 AoS 1 on the physiology and conditioning of appetite and satiety, and how flavour, aroma, texture and appearance shape the sensory appeal of food.
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How does the body break down food and absorb the macronutrients it needs?

The processes of eating, digestion and the absorption of carbohydrates, proteins and fats along the gastrointestinal tract, and the role of mechanical and chemical digestion
VCE Food Studies Unit 3 AoS 1 on how the gastrointestinal tract digests and absorbs carbohydrates, proteins and fats through mechanical and chemical processes.
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Where does the energy in food come from, how is it measured, and what does energy balance mean for the body?

The energy provided by macronutrients and alcohol, the measurement of food energy in kilojoules, and the concept of energy balance between energy intake and energy expenditure
VCE Food Studies Unit 3 AoS 1 on the energy provided by macronutrients and alcohol, how food energy is measured in kilojoules, and the concept of energy balance between intake and expenditure.
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What are functional and fortified foods, and how can they support health and wellbeing?

The characteristics, examples and health roles of functional foods, fortified foods and the use of food as medicine within a balanced diet
VCE Food Studies Unit 3 AoS 1 on functional and fortified foods: what they are, common examples, the health roles of probiotics, prebiotics, omega-3 and added nutrients, and how they fit a balanced diet.
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How do proteins, sugars, starches and fats behave during preparation and cooking, and why does this matter for food outcomes?

The functional properties of protein, sugar, starch, and fats and oils in food, and the physical and chemical changes these components undergo during preparation and cooking
VCE Food Studies Unit 3 AoS 1 on the functional properties of protein, sugar, starch, and fats and oils, and the physical and chemical changes they undergo during preparation and cooking.
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What role do gut microflora play in digestion and health?

The microbiology of the intestinal tract and the role of gut microflora in digestion, immunity and overall health
VCE Food Studies Unit 3 AoS 1 on the microbiology of the intestinal tract and the role of gut microflora in digestion, immunity and health, including pre and probiotics.
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What are the macronutrients and micronutrients, and what does each one do in the body?

The functions, food sources and deficiency or excess effects of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and water in supporting health
VCE Food Studies Unit 3 AoS 1 on the functions, food sources and deficiency effects of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and water.
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