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The Dangers of Consuming Processed Foods: It’s Effects on the Body and the healthier substitutes Gurman Johal Sandalwood Heights Secondary School The Western Diet Epidemic “What an extraordinary achievement for a civilization: to have developed the one diet that reliably makes its people sick!” (Pollan, pg. xii) Despite being unethical and, to a certain extent evil, our society has turned a vital process into a life-harming crisis. Valuing money over the health of the people,…

Genetically Modifying Our Generation GMOs have become a popular in both the general public and the science community, and yet the debate continues. Are GMOs bad for people? The views are split by some who say “the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few” and others who say that GMOs aren’t natural and are slowly killing us (Spock 1982) .To accurately give information, the history, benefits, adverse effects, and GMO research are needed. What Is a GMO and How Does It Work What is a GMO…

The Secret Killer For years, Trans fat was viewed as bad for your health, which has lead the government to step in and look at limiting trans-fat consumption. Although there are many different types of fats in the food we consume, you should be aware of Trans-fats because of the effects they have on your body. I think it is especially important for young adults who have the option of preventing health problems to be aware of such things. Walter Willett claims, “Trans-fats are secret killers”…

dough for Maxi. The preparation will last for 2 hours and will create one hundred twenty (120) pizza cone dough and it will be done in the morning prior to the opening of the store. In making the dough, the cook will combine the flour, salt, yeast, canola oil and warm water in the mixer until the dough is thoroughly mixed then it will be placed on a floured surface, to be knead for 2 to 3 minutes. Then put it on a bowl covered with cling wrap or towel and will leave it for about 45 minutes until…

With a population of 7 billion, Earth doesn’t have enough space and farmers to feed everyone, let alone the estimated population of 9 billion come 2050. Scientists are attempting to solve this hunger issue by creating genetically modified food, which is capable of growing in harsh conditions, has more nutritional benefits, and its production can lead to a lower food price. These genetically modified organisms (GMO) don’t come without problems though. Growing of GMOs can cause environmental…

The Fight Against Palm Oil "Today, palm oil is grown throughout Africa, Asia, North America, and South America, with 85% of all palm oil globally produced and exported from Indonesia and Malaysia; but most of the time not using sustainable measures" (King 1). Palm oil is a very popular oil that comes from the Palm Tree in many rainforests. The production of palm oil affects many parts in the world from Global Warming to the murder of the Orangutans in the rain forest. "Demand is still growing,…

with mercury and PCBs so it was a better option for me to look at what other diets such as a vegetarian diet have. I discovered that I can just increase my intake of some seeds, nuts and some vegetables to get the same if not more omega 3. Flaxseeds, canola, soy, and other foods can give me the right amount of this amino acids so I just needed to increase their intake so I can obtain enough and not worry. 3. This was a realistic goal for me. I was able to take different kind of foods that…

modified foods since the mid-1990s. More than 60 percent of all processed foods on U.S. supermarket shelves—including pizza, chips, cookies, ice cream, salad dressing, corn syrup, and baking powder—contain ingredients from engineered soybeans, corn, or canola.” That is a prime example of how well the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) informs it’s American…

I woke up this morning and thought “I’m hungry”. I headed downstairs and looked in the cabinet for something to eat. Not finding anything I wanted, I turned to the freezer and grabbed toaster strudel. Sounds good, right? It tasted good too. Processed foods have become commonplace in our diets today, and may be contributing to our shortened life spans and declining health, so I started looking at the label. Only to discover that while my decision to eat was simple, the list of ingredients for…

From news broadcasts, food labels and restaurants, to your own backyard, the organic craze is spreading across the country. With increasing members of society demanding “organic”, it may be time to offer a program specifically for this growing trend. A majority of you already return clippings, use IPM techniques, fertilize with slow release nitrogen, spot treat and minimize pesticide/herbicide applications, which all describe a successful sustainable lawn care program. By offering programs that…