I saw this debate as I was scrolling, and I thought it was pretty interesting because obesity is a problem in America.
First of all, one debater, Marion Nestle, believes that people definitely need more information or nutrition facts on what foods to eat. It is true that food businesses make larger portions and sell them at lower prices to make more money. Nestle argues that eating healthy requires a food system that will sell fruits and vegetables for a cheaper price, so that people will choose the right things to eat.
On the other hand, Jane Black, another debater, believes that most Americans eat fast-food for the convenience and the taste. Her argument is that Americans know what to eat, and that most of us have access to healthy foods that we can afford. The problem is that Americans need to understand and learn how to incorporate a healthy diet into their lives.
I agree more with Jane Black because most people prefer to eat fast-food. The convenience and taste play a part in this, but I also believe that most people do not want to shop, prepare, and cook their own healthy meal. I have family members who will want to go to a fast-food place to eat because they do not have the time to make their own meal.
This is my opinion, but what do you think?
-Alexis Pendleton
I think we should pay attention to what we consume because obesity is big problem among Americans. It's very hard because we have so many fast food places that are affordable and the food is delicious, but isn't good for your body. I also believe we have a sort of emotional connection to certain food which makes it hard to just give up.
ReplyDeleteI believe Americans should make conscious decisions of what they eat. However, in order to do that, they need to know the nutritional information. People also choose to make the decision of eating out over cooking at home. Americans are very impatient people so maybe the quick and easy way appeals more to us. This is part of the problem with obesity in America. We would rather wait five minutes for fast food than wait 30 minutes for a home cooked meal.
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People don’t want to eat healthy because most people are just too tired. After a long day of work, people are too exhausted to cook their own meal. They tend to buy fast food because it’s cheap, and fast, hence the name, fast food. There should be a fast food place that offers healthy food instead of junk food. This will leave people with a healthy alternative.
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