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fence row” dandelions was replaced by corn and soybeans. Hands were replaced with complicated machines, time was replaced with fertilizers and varied crops by pesticides. Soil and worms were degraded to dust. Cows grazing in open pasture were replaced by concentrated-animal feedlot operations (CAFOs). Farm houses and barns were abandoned, burned to the ground, and plowed over for larger soy fields. Corn began to be traded for profit as high-fructose corn syrup and ethanol. Culture was…

High fructose corn syrup is present in both Minute Maid Orange Juice and Sprite Soda. The pH of the orange juice is 3.5, which indicates that it is an acid. Also, the pH in the Sprite beverage is acid as well, with a pH of 4. However, the orange juice seems to be more acidic…

these goals. What Exactly is BerryCart? BerryCart is an app that you can use to save money on natural, organic products that are also devoid of gluten, GMO (Genetically Modified Organism), artificial colors, dairy, soy, nuts, and high-fructose corn syrup. What is also nice about this app is that it is a teaching app. Not only will you be able to find the foods in your…

The United States is ran by the vast food companies that only care about making a profit and keeping people addicted to their food over people's wellbeing. The food companies refuse to believe that their food hurts the people who consume it and then in turn blame it on the lack of conviction for exercise and dieting. The food companies also help drive the government into what food should be subsidized consequently deciding what available to most people in the US. This type of behind the scene…

hamburgers. I am fully aware that when food is processed, it becomes less healthy. However, I still consume them because they are convenient, last long and taste good. Unfortunately, processed foods are usually loaded with added sugar and High Fructose Corn Syrup. It is well known that sugar, when consumed in excess, is seriously harmful. Sugars provide empty ''calories'', meaning that, although they supply energy, they don't supply any of the vitamins, minerals, and fiber needed in the diet.…

The Food of Tomorrow Genetic Engineering has the ability to fix and prevent many injustices in our world, from nutrient deficiencies to genetic diseases. However, this useful method is being used harmfully. Not because what it allows for is inherently bad, but rather because it is being abused, which is often a byproduct of humanity. I am without question that Genetic Engineering could be something amazing, but only if humanity could remain moral. Since it 's not, at the very least people…

The movie Food Inc., released in 2008 criticizes the current methods of food cultivation and processing, especially in the American food industry, for being insensitive to the safety of consumers. The documentary, directed by Robert Kenner Oscar also touches on how other factors such as the income of consumers affect what they eat and the inverse relationship between the profit of food producers and food safety. Kenner starts his movie by tracing the changes in the structure of the food…

I went to visit these two stores on a Wednesday when I got off work between 5pm to 7pm. The two grocery stores I chose was: Super Foods: low end Earth Fare: high end I stay in a small city in Alabama, where the population is major over crowed. Just like any other city, the city is split into different selection like; North, East, South, West. From the luxury neighborhoods to the suburbs, to the nice neighborhoods to the “OK” neighborhoods to the low end neighborhoods. Super Foods is located, I…

Cj Gonzalez Ms. Sharief English 4 17 May 2015 Killing Us The image displayed above illustrates a giant hand with the name Monsanto on it strangling a woman who is portrayed as Mother Nature. Monsanto is a company that produces genetically modified foods. What the artist is trying to tell the viewers is that Monsanto is killing the planet with all of its biochemical research and experiments. The element used in this cartoon is hyperbole because it is an exaggeration as to what the fist doing…

Societal influences in modern America insure a growing demand for dental hygienists, and continue to provide a stable professional opportunity for dedicated, talented and skilled oral care technicians. There are two profound influences which, together virtually assure the necessity of trained professional oral care personnel. The pressure created on society by food service advertisements and the influence of theatrical, movies, and television actors and actresses. These venues portray…