Specific purpose: To inform on the importance of sleep. Thesis Statement: Sleeping is a positive attribute, which gives you a better chance to be productive and live a healthier lifestyle. Attention Getter: Weight gain, headaches, high blood pressure, diabetes, depression, and attention deficit disorder are all caused by one factor, according to the National Sleep Foundation when our sleeping requirements are not met (National Sleep Foundation 2007). Some surveys conducted by the NSF (1999-2004)
three main types of diabetes and who is at risk for each one. The church members were given materials to learn more about the disease. We explore some of the most common myth about diabetes. The group were given the opportunity to decide if the statement was a myth or a fact. Furthermore, the community were made aware of the importance of reading food labels. Many food labels contain high amount of sugar with can add up to the calories needed per day. Additionally, the group understand that not everyone
Today, society has entered into some truly interesting yet important times. None more so that with regards to the origin of the food provisions people consume. Bringing a debate to the forefront of mainstream attention, in regards to the mass consumption of meat, and the ethical dilemmas faced with the current model of harvesting of meat, in particular the harvesting of beef cattle. Concurrently major scholars and research institutions, are developing studies and examining the current state of health
Ethics and Stakeholders of the Beef Industry Today, society has entered into some truly interesting and important times. None more so than regards the origins of food people consume. Bringing a debate to the forefront of mainstream attention as regards the mass consumption of meat, and the ethical dilemma faced with the current model of harvesting meat, in particular the harvesting of beef cattle. Major scholars and research institutions, concurrently, are developing studies and examining the current
system in many ways. a. GMO’s were introduced for the first time in the mid-90’s. Again, some of you may know this information but I am going to go through it quickly. i. GMO’s were created to offer increased yield, drought tolerance, enhanced nutrition, or any other consumer benefit. ii. Monsanto (the creator of the GM seed) says that they simply want to make the seed and plant resistant to disease and pets, withstand harsh weather conditions, and increase shelf life (discover.monsanto.com, 2015)
informational website on everything there is to know about CAFOs, animals held in CAFOs are not able to breathe fresh air, are crammed together with hundreds of other animals, and don’t live the life they should. Animal welfare should be of the utmost importance, since eventually people will be buying pounds of them in supermarkets. Though they are slaughtered eventually, these food animals are put through such bad conditions that they have to be pumped and filled with antibiotics and hormones to keep them
“Diabetes is one of the leading chronic causes of deaths in children and adolescent’s in the United States. Diabetes mellitus is a group of diseases that is characterized by high levels of glucose in the bloodstream, resulting from defects in insulin production, insulin action or even both” (Overview, 1). “Diabetes is a serious health issue and can be associated with premature death or serious complications. Timely diagnosed treatment of diabetes can delay or prevent any onset of long-term complications
There are no typical recommendations for blood glucose levels in children with type 2 diabetes. The basics are healthy eating, and increase physical activity. Some strategies to prevent type 2 diabetes is to encourage, support, and educate the importance of a healthy lifestyle (Overview, 5). Type 2 diabetes risk factors are family history in first or second-degree family members. race/ethnicity is also a risk factor in diabetes and if there are any signs of insulin resistance or conditions associated
Nuts, seeds, legumes, and drupes are amongst the earliest foods consumed by humans because they represent a compact food source that requires little to no preparation. This nutrient-dense food represents proteins, carbohydrates, and necessary fats needed for survival. These attributes ensured that this food source remained a dietary staple. In recent years, there has come about a realization that further processing of seeds and nuts can further concentrate the nutritional benefits this staple food
is overwhelming to my untrained eyes. One of the most interesting moments of this film occurs midway, as Mr. Fulkerson bites into the global consequences of our food choices and the extent of corporate influence on our official nutrition guidelines. Debunking food-group myths