ways that would be unacceptable to treat other members of their own species. Specifically, Singer refers to the mistreatment and exploitation of animals by humans. The livestock industry is vital to the American economy as it supplies meat, eggs, milk, and other animal products while providing employment for many people living in the rural areas. Until somewhat recently, the livestock production was incorporated with crop production in a balanced fashion that was beneficial to the society and…
my diet did not conform to the serving numbers recommended in CFG. I’m not consuming nearly enough milk or grain products while my meat and alternatives intake is astronomical in comparison. I predicted that my milk and alternatives score would be very low as I don’t include dairy products in my diet other than chocolate milk and creamer in coffee. Because of the avoidance of dairy products, my milk and alternatives servings value was very low. The CFG also suggests that we make at least half of…
Factory farming causes mass amounts of pollution to our environment. Producing livestock requires many resources and produces a huge amount of waste at the same time. 55% of the water in the U.S goes towards animal agriculture, where as American homes only use about 5%. Deforestation, Speciesism, Environmental degradation, water waste, carbon foot prints, methane emissions, cruelty and suffering, health issues and our ethics are all put at risk when we consume animal products. Nearly three…
which are needed for good health (Eat For Health, 2015). The five food groups include: Vegetables and legumes/beans Fruit Lean meat and poultry, eggs, tofu, fish, seeds, nuts, legumes and beans Breads, cereals, pasta, rice, noodles and other grains Milk, yoghurt, cheese and/or alternatives Foods are grouped together due to their similarities in regards to nutrients which they offer the consumer (Eat For Health, 2015) Below each of the five groups have been broken down and simplified:…
Tofu, Spinach and White Mushroom Omelet Stuffin’ Calories: 173/serving Carbohydrates: 8 grams Ingredients: • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast • 2 cloves garlic • 1 package soft tofu • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 teaspoon fine black salt (to taste) • 1 tablespoon arrowroot • 1/2 cup chickpea flour • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric Ingredients for the Filling: 1. Fresh black pepper (to taste) 2. 4 cups sliced white mushrooms 3. 3 tablespoons of fresh thyme (chopped) 4. 2 tablespoons of olive oil 5…
Saturated fats that are solids at room temperature are the most common dietary fats. Common sources of saturated fat include red meat, whole milk and dairy foods, cheese, coconut oil, palm oil, many other commercially prepared foods, most deep-fried fast foods and baked goods. The word “saturated” refers to the number of hydrogen atoms that surround each carbon atom. When the carbon atom chain holds as many hydrogen atoms as possible, we say it as saturated with hydrogen. A saturated fats rich…
Children younger than ten months old have immature gastrointestinal systems and are unable to properly digest and absorb the nutrients found in cow’s milk. Many of the nutrients in baby formula are not natural or easy to absorb. It’s hard to mimic the right mixture of vitamins and minerals that the mother’s body knows to give her child, which is why breastmilk is always best. So, how would you make baby formula at home and have the proper nutrition for your child? Before we have a look…
For instance, recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone (rBGH) is used as a hormone to stimulate high production of milk in cows in a few countries, including the United States, but is banned in 27 others. The hormone was replicated by Monsanto through the combination of cow DNA and E. coli through a process called gene splicing, which involves inserting a foreign sample…
For the dietary analysis, I was surprised to learn how much of a deficit there was between the recommended amount of calories to maintain my current weight and how many calories I actually consumed. Both days I was not even close to hitting 2,000 calories, which is a relief and a concern at the same time. By that, I mean I was relieved to know that I did not eat excess calories, but am concerned that I’m not eating enough. I was also surprised to see how much of everything (dairy, grains, etc.)…
Calcium. What is the first thing that pops up in your mind after you hear, or read this word? Strong bones, and healthy teeth, right? Indeed, a body needs sufficient amount of calcium to give enough strength to a body. Also, sufficient calcium content in teeth, makes them healthy, and strong. You must have seen several commercials, which explain the importance of calcium in your toothpaste, and food items. One may say – “A body needs calcium as a sword needs a whetstone” That’s right in a way.…