# Food and nutrition notes

> CAPS-aligned study notes for Food and nutrition in Grade 11 Consumer Studies. Browse the sections below for explanations, worked examples and exam preparation.

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## Sections in Food and nutrition

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- [Functions and sources of macronutrients](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/consumer-studies/notes/food-and-nutrition/functions-and-sources-of-macronutrients) — Content pending.
- [Vitamins and minerals](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/consumer-studies/notes/food-and-nutrition/vitamins-and-minerals) — Content pending.
- [Food contamination and food poisoning](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/consumer-studies/notes/food-and-nutrition/food-contamination-and-food-poisoning) — Content pending.

## Other Consumer Studies topics

- [Design elements and principles](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/consumer-studies/notes/design-elements-and-principles)
- [Fibres and fabrics](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/consumer-studies/notes/fibres-and-fabrics)
- [Housing and interior](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/consumer-studies/notes/housing-and-interior)
- [The consumer: income and budgeting](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/consumer-studies/notes/the-consumer-income-and-budgeting)
- [The consumer: banking and credit](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/consumer-studies/notes/the-consumer-banking-and-credit)
- [Consumer protection](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/consumer-studies/notes/consumer-protection)
- [Entrepreneurship](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/consumer-studies/notes/entrepreneurship)

## Frequently asked questions

### What is covered in Food and nutrition for Grade 11 Consumer Studies?

The Food and nutrition section covers all key concepts from the Grade 11 Consumer Studies CAPS curriculum, including detailed explanations, worked examples, and exam preparation tips.

### Are the Food and nutrition notes free?

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### How do these notes help with exam preparation?

Our Food and nutrition notes are CAPS-aligned and include worked examples, common mistakes to avoid, and exam tips — everything you need to prepare for your Grade 11 Consumer Studies exams.

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