If you’re preparing for WAEC 2026 Food and Nutrition, this post will guide you with likely objective and essay questions based on common exam patterns.
1. State five functions of proteins
2. Explain food preservation and list four methods
Food preservation is the process of preventing food spoilage.
Methods include:
Focus on topics like:
OBJECTIVE (Practice)
- Which nutrient is responsible for body building?
A. Carbohydrate
B. Protein
C. Fat
D. Vitamins - The removal of moisture from food to preserve it is known as:
A. Freezing
B. Drying
C. Frying
D. Boiling - Which of the following is a deficiency disease?
A. Hypertension
B. Diabetes
C. Kwashiorkor
D. Obesity
ESSAY (Likely Questions)
1. State five functions of proteins
- Growth and repair of tissues
- Formation of enzymes
- Production of hormones
- Builds immunity
- Can provide energy
2. Explain food preservation and list four methods
Food preservation is the process of preventing food spoilage.
Methods include:
- Drying
- Freezing
- Canning
- Salting
Important Tip
Focus on topics like:
- Nutrients and their functions
- Meal planning
- Food hygiene