Essays on Nutrition Page 8

For years, heart attacks have struck fear into the eyes of Americans. All cardiovascular diseases together are the widest cause of death in the country, with heart attacks alone accounting for about twenty-three percent of all fatalities (Staff, 1997). Doctors have tried to reduce this risk over time by advising patients about lowering cholesterol levels,…

We reside in a highly diverse world with numerous varied cultures. Food is a means for different cultures to showcase their uniqueness, as seen in various cuisines. For instance, Mexico offers lively and spicy dishes, while China presents simple and traditional meals that reflect their way of life. Now, let’s focus on Southern Italian cuisine,…

Vegetarianism as a path to fulfilling one’s religious duty is fully paved in the Laws of Manu (Ch.5) for those wishing to avoid injury to any animal. Not only is animal slaying and butchering described as injurious, but also its fettering before death. Vegetarianism also fulfills a faith requirement for those without the means for…

There are numerous programs that offer balanced nutritional meals to kids, however the Food and Nutrition Service of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) constructs food programs that help and benefits. The main two programs are the School Breakfast Program (SBP) and the National School Lunch Program (SLP). Additional child nutrition programs comprise of…

Ice cream is a sweet, cold and creamy dessert that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for centuries. The origin of ice cream is unknown, but it is believed to have been first created in ancient China. From there, it spread to the Middle East and Europe, where it became a popular treat…

There are several potential & highly “Plausible Solutions” for reducing Food Waste that can be adopted by both businesses (corporations/franchises) and people alike. As highlighted in the article entitled, “Tightening the Belt by Reducing Food Waste” written by authors Sarah Dominguez & Laura Moreno & subsequently, published in November Of 2012, three businesses by the…

This summer cries for cooling. So why not make your own ice cream? Food bloggers Robert Kneschke and Erich Eggimann talk about their coolest creations. And best of all: the ice cream recipes (also for beer ice cream) are on top of that!Just try something new, instead of just strawberry ice cream – that was…

Hamburger is one of the most common foods eaten around the world. It is composed of a patty put between two slices of bread and garnished with vegetables and other spices. It all started in the early 1200s when the Mongol army placed slabs of lamb and mutton under their horse saddles as they rode…

Have you ever experienced waking up at 8 in the morning only to realize you were supposed to be going to work? In a rush, you quickly get out of bed, dress quickly, and instead of eating breakfast, grab your car keys. Upon arriving at your workplace, the day gets busier and lunch is forgotten….

Everyone should learn to cook, because it gives us a vaster knowledge of the things we cook in a daily basis, and makes us think more mindful about what we eat and consume. Cooking makes you choose better and healthier choices on what you should eat, and as well as promoting healthy thinking and eating,…