Vocabulary
what is a diet? (the literal definition)
the foods and beverages a person eats and drinks
Name 5 fast food chains
Name 4 different processed foods
chips, cookies, candy, canned food, crackers, jerky, pop tarts, ETC.
How often should we eat fast food and why?
student response & justification
what are carbohydrates? What are some foods that contain carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates provide energy and other things the body needs. The two main forms of carbohydrates are sugars (such as fructose, glucose, and lactose) and starches, which are found in foods such as starchy vegetables, grains, rice, breads, and cereals
what's the difference between vegan and vegetarian?
vegans don't eat any animal products. Vegetarians do not eat meat but can eat other animal products such as eggs, milk and honey
what is fast food?
inexpensive food (hamburgers or chicken nuggets) already prepared and served quickly
what is processed food?
processed foods contain lots of chemicals and artificial substances, with little nutritional value. They usually have added artificial flavors, colors, and sweeteners.
should animals have rights?
Yes/No because....
what are proteins? what are some examples of foods that contain proteins?
Protein builds, maintains, and replaces the tissues in your body. Your muscles and your organs are made up mostly of protein. You'll find protein in lots of yummy foods like eggs, nuts, beans, fish, meat, and milk.
what's the difference between an omnivore, carnivore and herbivore?
carnivores eat only meat/animal products
herbivores eat only plants
omnivores eat both meat and plants
are there healthy fast foods? what are they and why do you consider them healthy?
Chipotle, salads, sandwiches, Panera Bread, Taco Bell??
why did processed food become popular?
World War I brought about new methods of food processing, including canned and frozen foods. Processed food ads promised to save time for housewives. Gas stoves, electric refrigerators and other kitchen tools and appliances were in more and more homes, so more types of food could be purchased and stored.
Should the world become vegan? Explain why or why not
Yes- animal rights, stop animal abuse, environmental impact, climate change
No- freedom of choice, survival in some countries
what are fats? What are some examples of foods that contain fats?
The body uses fat as a fuel source, and fat is the major storage form of energy in the body. Some examples of foods that contain fats are butter, oil, nuts, meat, fish, and some dairy products.
what is processed food?
Foods that have been canned, frozen, dried, cooked, or fortified for convenience
Name 3 things that happen to your body after eating too much fast food
higher risk of obesity, depression, digestive issues, heart disease and stroke, type 2 diabetes, cancer, and early death.
name 2 pros and cons of processed food
pros- convenience, price, longevity
cons- gives you high blood pressure, high blood sugar, obesity, heart disease, acne, mood swings...
What are the biggest ethical concerns with the food industry?
animal abuse, chemicals added in food, environmental impacts from animals, Safety Of Food, Work environment-wages, safety, hours.
name the 2 micronutrients in food
vitamins and minerals
What is organic food?
a food produced without the use of chemicals, synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, or growth hormones and non-GMO
How do we know that fast food is bad for us? Give a 1)Claim, 2)evidence, 3)reasoning
evidence- our books, readings, SuperSize Me documentary, videos, research
Should we make laws to ban ultra-processed fast food? Why or why not?
Yes, because it causes severe health impacts on people
No, because everyone should have the choice to eat healthy or not. Some people need quick, convenient food to eat
How do your personal values and ethics influence you as a consumer of food?
Cost ($$$)
Convenience (How easy it is to buy/access)
Health (health benefits of eating that food)
Ethical impacts (good for the environment/animals)
Food longevity (how long it can stay fresh)
Cultural (how does this food reflect your culture/background?)
Name the 3 macronutrients
fats, carbohydrates and proteins