How Junk Food Can End Obesity By David H. Freedman

In the text "How Junk Food Can End Obesity" by David H. Freedman describes how today wholesome food companies have shifted our view that all wholesome foods are better for you than junk food. Freedman uses health examples of different foods and he uses personal examples to back up his claim. Freedman is a journalist who has a blog and writes for famous newspapers. He also writes about science, technology and business. Another is he consults and writes about medical problems with medical colleges. He writing is effective in his ways of shifting views and proving that you should take a closer look at the things we eat.
Throughout the essay Freedman uses words that relate to peers. He acts very real and down to earth. An example would be "Let's go shopping.," (Freedman 141). In this example, he uses it so casual in the placement. It is very witty and whimsical. The reader feels happy and like Freedman is relatable. When reading you think that the tone of the text gives off a let's be real vibe. This aids in the persuasion of the reader to his view-point. This is effective to show that what the author is saying can also be trusted because it makes him seem like the rest of us. This is especially proved because he doesn’t not throw constant stats at us. He uses personal experiences. When he describes going to a Carls Jr. and how …show more content…
He used reliable sources to back up his claims. Freedman was very effective in persuading people that not all wholesome foods are good for you. Moreover, that fast food resuraunts are changing for the better and we just need to give them time. He effectively uses words to convince the reader and he uses a good tone varying from the bad points and the good points. He was able to really connect with the reader and show the reader that he was a normal person through. The overall essay was very effective in carrying out the intention gathered from