Food Preparation and Nutrition GCSE
Allergens
What Allergens means in Food Preparation and Nutrition GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Allergens
Specific substances (e.g., gluten, nuts, dairy) that cause an immune response, necessitating strict labeling and limiting choice for affected individuals.
Topics that use Allergens
- Food choice (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Bioavailability
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- Cultural and Religious Identity
- Economic and Physiological Constraints
- Ethical and Environmental Considerations
- Ethical and Environmental Stewardship
- Ingredient Provenance and Seasonality
- Organoleptic Analysis
Using Allergens in the exam
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