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TITLE (EDIT)
Nutrition Nation: A Guide For Moving Forward |
DESCRIPTION
Current information about our nation's nutrition dilemma and proposed solutions.
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TITLE KEYWORD
Health |
AUTHOR
Joseph Albrecht |
ABOUT
THE AUTHOR
I am a Senior Nutrition Student, poet, who is passionate about people and planet. Check out my book. "My World in Words: A Collection of Passionate Poetry." www.joe-in-the-know.blogspot.com. Twitter:@JoeAlbrecht6
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AUTHOR'S OTHER TITLES (48)
A Blessing And A Curse (Poetry) Poem about speaking my feelings to another who didn't feel the same. [75 words]
A New School Of Thought: Insights On Our World (Reference) Notes I took on a lecture with Noam Chomsky and Angela Davis about foreign policy, education, media, culture, the environment and other issues. [502 words]
Age Difference Diamante (Poetry) A different style of poetry that changes to the opposite of what you began with (in my case, after the word "mindful". It also has the shape of a diamond; hence the name Diamante [14 words]
All Clear For Nuclear (Non-Fiction) A paper on the benefits of nuclear nonproliferation. [1,005 words]
Alternative And Holistic Health Information (Reference) This is information which I've recieved from various quality scientific studies. My sources for the information are listed as well. Hope you find it to be of good use. [428 words] [Health]
Book Review: Re-Made In The Usa-Todd Lipscomb (Non-Fiction) Americans wanting to help heal their nation should read this inspiring book. [156 words]
Breaking Down Nanotechnology: Some Key Issues Of Concern (Reference) Information about the controversial use of nanotechnology, and how to avoid it. [3,020 words] [Health]
Cherish (Poetry) - [68 words]
Climate Change: Alarms And Silencers (Non-Fiction) Where the most insightful voices are coming from to weigh in on climate change. [448 words]
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Foods And Drinks For Health (Reference) A menu for various types of ailments, consisting of foods and drinks shown to be effective. [663 words] [Health]
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My Reasons For Writing (Songs) Some information about me. [356 words]
My World In Words (Poetry) My book of poems is out! "My World in Words: A Collection of Passionate Poetry." [9 words]
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Noam Chomsky (Poetry) A tribute to an inspiring man who seeks truth. [99 words]
Nutrition For Overall Well-Being (Non-Fiction) Key information on how our choices of food/beverages/herbs & spices affects our health and well-being, a lot of information covered with important links/ references. [949 words] [Health]
Our Worth In Earth (Poetry) - [89 words]
Politically Charged (Poetry) - [83 words]
Politically Charged Bars (Poetry) - [381 words] [Motivational]
Reflections Of Life (Poetry) - [136 words]
Rocky Anderson's Speech On Political Duopoly (Non-Fiction) A speech by this year's Justice Party Candidate and former Mayor of Salt Lake City, Ross C. "Rocky" Anderson. [1,398 words]
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Sunday Mornings (Short Stories) A description on how our kitchen looks on sunday mornings and the events that happen throughout the rest of the day. (Not finished yet) [699 words]
Taking A Closer Look (Non-Fiction) Reinforcement of beliefs, values, and curiosity can help throughout life. [373 words] [Motivational]
The Paycheck Of Perversion (Poetry) - [120 words]
The Physical And Psycological Benefits Of Exercise (Reference) Information from Joe Henderson (Consulting Editor of "Runner's World") as well as from www.garynull.com http://garynull.com/GNthisArticle.php?article=30 Thank You. [384 words] [Self-Help]
The Power Of Nonviolence (Non-Fiction) A speech by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. clarifying what nonviolent resistance is and what effects it can have on society and the world. [207 words] [Motivational]
The Progressive Movement : Final Opportunity For A Change In The Status Quo (Reference) To Glenn Beck, his audience, and everyone out there who unfortunately is mislead about what a Progressive really is [1,029 words]
The Right To Work For Less (Non-Fiction) A piece about the current state of American working conditions. [422 words]
U.S. Vs Them (Songs) I've created this to express my thoughts in a creative way, rather than just bombarding people with news. Every part of this is entirely original and 100% my own work. [148 words]
What We Are Not Told About War (Non-Fiction) This is information that I have gathered from two books: 'Death of the Liberal Class' and ;Blackwater: The Rise Of The World's Most Powerful Mercenary Army' [2,401 words]
Why To Say No To G.M.O. (Reference) Helpful information about genetic engineering of our foods.Feel free to leave a comment of wht you think. It's encouraged. [1,198 words] [Health]
Words Of Emotions (Poetry) Searing words on the tragedies and potential solutions of the USA today. [286 words]
.Number One. (Songs) Some song lyrics I wrote about me. Please leave a comment on what you think thank you. [166 words]
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Nutrition Nation: A Guide For Moving Forward
Joseph Albrecht
Nutrition Nation: a Guide to Moving Forward
Ever wonder why the nutritional status of America is, as a whole, inadequate while science in the health field keeps advancing? A further look into this reveals that it is not a lack of information but a lack of commitment which prevents us from making progress in this vital field. Solving this dilemma isn’t as difficult as one might assume it to be, but it does require passion, dedication and challenging the status quo.
Now more than ever, corporations have a stranglehold over many essential aspects of the general public’s lives. McDonalds, Pepsi Co, Coca-Cola, Wendy’s, Burger King, Taco Bell and a host of other junk-food conglomerates saturate the commercials of popular shows. This is most unfortunate for children who are easily impressionable. The appealing slogans and images used attract their attention, causing them to beg their parents to listen. Most parents understand that the food/drink is nutritionally void and would rather see their kids choose healthier options. However, since healthy foods are hardly promoted on commercials and advertisements, children are unable to develop a liking to them on their own. New York Governor David Patterson tried to address this issue by introducing a “fat tax” on sodas and junk foods. Although this shed a new light on this issue, corporations fought back with ample money on their side. This money talks, and when one amasses a fortune like any major fast food chain, there’s little to stop them.
When more people vote with their dollar and stop buying junk food and drinks, investing instead in healthier options, positive change can be enacted. McDonald’s already has begun to offer healthier options such as salads, real fruit smoothies and oatmeal. Consumers hold significant power over these financial magnates. If corporations see that they’re losing profits as a result of not offering healthier options, they will likely make accommodations before losing out on a money-making opportunity. The cereal company, Kashi promotes many healthy whole grain cereals easily found beside Captain Crunch. Also, the more demand there is for healthier options, the cheaper they will become. For example, look at how McDonald’s was able to create a dollar menu when millions of customers purchase their food. A similar process could be developed if healthier foods took off. Right now, there is a growing demand for healthier foods and it can be noticed by the increased availability of whole grain items, organic products, non-GMO, etc... Pushing the food industry further to offer natural solutions allows consumers greater control over what they choose to consume and what they choose for their children. Through a step-by-step process, the general public’s freedom of choice and influence on corporations can be vastly expanded.
The one institution that could really do us good here by looking out for the public’s best interest is Congress. They currently have the power to introduce legislation to either ban GMOs completely or to at least require their labeling on foods and beverages. However, money once again has grasped influence over the majority of otherwise well-intentioned politicians. Monsanto, Dow Chemical, Syngenta and the other Biotech-friendly conglomerates have done enough lobbying to radically alter our nation’s food regulation laws. Indeed, a key advisor for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Michael Taylor, was a former lobbyist and Monsanto employee. During this time, Taylor supported measures to introduce recombinant bovine growth hormone (rBGH) milk into our nation’s food supply. He also expressed approval for treating GMOs the same as non-GMO foods (1). Suddenly it’s no longer surprising why the FDA doesn’t speak out against, or even research the safety on GMOs.
Our nation’s nutritional problem won’t disappear overnight. Increased knowledge, persistence and demand for reform are needed to procure effective changes. However, it’s not all that difficult if there is a strong desire for better quality foods and beverages. After all, these corporations were started by people and are just as much influenced by their wills and actions. Congress was originally intended to serve the best interest of the public, not power; and it will be through making our voices heard that will open up the door to the path of reform.
1. http://www.naturalnews.com/027527_Monsanto_FDA.html
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STORYMANIA PUBLICATION DATE
November 2012 |
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