Abstract Although not all arguments in favor of vegetarianism depend on an ethical foundation (for instance, someone could believe that such a practice is simply healthier than a diet containing meat) most do, in fact, ultimately resolve themselves to questions concerning the moral status of non-human animals. Why, then, do apparently ever increasing numbers of individuals believe that killing and eating such creatures is morally wrong? This paper discusses the different sides to this issue and examines and the philosophy behind these sides.
Abstract In recent years, the popularity of Thai cuisine has soared in North America. This paper will consider Thai cuisine, its historical context and its unique appeal. This paper will provide the reader with an indication as to the diversity of this popular cuisine.
Abstract This paper is an analysis of a very specific issue: the transmission of the HIV virus by African women who breastfeed their infants. The problem is complex, and includes a host of issues, the main one being cultural.
Abstract This paper defines the various traditional foods and beverages of Germany, the food and beverages for which it is famous, foods of the different German states, the principal crops, important fruits and vegetables, meals eaten in Germany and the times they are eaten, the staples used in their food and a description of the German holiday Christmas season and the traditional food served.
Abstract A paper on eating disorders and Western society. Eating disorders are evidently on the increase, with more and more people falling prey to this malady. The paper attributes this rise to poor nutritional habits, following the super-slender fashion fads, coping with familial problems and genetics.
Abstract This paper will examine production, trade flows and consumption of rice, focusing on Asia. It will also consider environmental and social impacts of the production and distribution of rice.
Abstract This ten-page undergraduate paper focuses on the role played by culture and traditions in eastern and western cuisines and culinary preferences. The west has different taste in food, which represents its facts paced lifestyle; on the other hand eastern cuisines can be identified with its vibrant culture and colorful traditions. The eastern food is both more spicy and exotic than the food available in western countries because of the cultural and traditional differences exiting in these two parts of the world.
Abstract Discusses the four main principles behind the Atkins Approach (Weight Loss, Weight Maintenance, Good Health and Disease Prevention), as well as the four steps, including Induction, Ongoing Weight Loss (OWL), Pre-Maintenance, and Lifetime Maintenance.
From the Paper "What if what we have been taught all our lives about the foods that are good and bad for us is a big fat lie? ?At the very moment that the government started telling Americans to eat less fat, we got fatter. The truths about why we gain weight and why it is so hard to lose it just might turn out to be much different from what we have been led to think.? (Big Fat Lie) The Atkins Nutritional Approach is a revolutionary lifestyle that promotes eating more fat and protein and less carbohydrates. Research has shown that people that follow low-carbohydrate diets demonstrate better metabolic rates than people that follow low-fat, low-calorie diets. (Revisited) In this paper, we will discuss the four principles involved in the Atkins Nutritional Approach and the four phases to following Atkins, as well as some popular fallacies about Atkins."
Abstract This paper questions whether the Atkins diet can solve obesity and Type 2 Diabetes epidemics in the United States. It looks at the make-up of the diet and its vital components and explains the health aspects of nutritional component. This is then examined as to whether the diet can really provide a solution to major diseases connected to obesity in the United States.
From the Paper "Studies show that 64.5% of all Americans are overweight, and 30.5% of those are obese (Harvard Men's Health Watch). The real concern is that "obesity is directly responsible for 300,000-400,000 deaths in the U.S. each year, nearly as many as smoking," reports the Harvard Medical School. How is America dealing with this major obesity epidemic? A majority of these overweight Americans are turning to the latest controversial "fad" diet referred to as the "Atkins diet.? As of December 1, 2002, the Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution paperback has dominated the New York Times best"seller list for over five years (New York Times). The Atkins diet is attractive to many people because it offers weight loss without starvation; not only does it shed off pounds without starving, but also without counting calories as one would on a traditional low-fat diet. But here is the catch"you must get rid of your sweet tooth! In addition, the Atkins diet appears to offer a solution to adult-onset, type 2 diabetes, which is also another major health epidemic in the United States. ?Approximately 17 million people in the United States, or 6.2% of the population, have diabetes,? most of which is adult-onset, type 2 diabetes, reports the American Diabetes Association. Although the Atkins diet has become an increasingly popular method for losing weight and may provide a solution to type 2 diabetes, ongoing controversy among medical researchers indicates that further research is necessary in order to deem it safe."
Abstract This paper examines the technology behind genetically modified crops, the potential risks of GMCs, the benefits of GMCs, the criticisms of the arguments used to oppose GMCs, and the general worldwide opinion regarding the use of GMCs.
From the Paper "But are these crops really so dangerous? The issue of genetic modification of crops is perhaps so vexing and problematic because the United States and the European Community pursue completely different policies regarding the issue. Unlike so many issues of health, both countries have completely different views as to the safety of genetic modification, the US allowing the process, the EU condemning it."
Tags: natural, engineered, healthful, genetic, structure, frankenstein, food, fda
Abstract Argues that vending machines in schools contribute to childhood obesity, but are not solely responsible. Offers solutions to the problem of childhood obesity.
From the Paper "At Camp La Jolla, a fitness camp for overweight children in San Diego, California, campers spend their summer vacation exercising, learning about how to eat right, and being educated on the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. While at camp, the kids are in an environment that is extremely supportive and without temptations?a strict diet of 1,100 calories per day is followed, counselors are trained to give positive feedback and motivation, and the vending machines on the campgrounds are guarded twenty-four hours a day by security guards. Vending machines, Camp La Jolla owner Nancy Lenhart says, are one of the biggest problems the campers will have to face once they leave the camp and go back to school."
Abstract This paper discusses how the company, "Pro-Fit", offers an employee wellness program for companies wishing to provide their staff with the option of health and fitness centers. It states that the health of the employee involves all aspects of employee life, including their physical, mental, and spiritual health. A healthy employee is an asset to the company because he or she provides many positive aspects to the work environment. This paper discusses the importance of an Employee Wellness Program and how "Pro-Fit" fulfills this niche in the business world. Includes a total business plan of this company.
Mission Statement
Objectives
Goals
Customer Needs and Rationale
Proposal Plan of Action
Action List
Key Personnel
Marketing Plan
Proposed Operating Budget
From the Paper "The benefits of an Employee Wellness Program are numerous and many companies and government agencies are now beginning to provide these programs as a part of their benefit package. There is an ever-growing demand for these services. It is the mission of Pro-fit to fill the needs of companies in offering guidance and consultation in the provision of employee wellness programs. The Pro-fit Company will offer companies a number of options tailored to their business needs that will help them to optimize employee health and ultimately increase their profitability."
Abstract This paper examines the product Ephedra, which, in its natural form and as ephedrine, a manufactured synthetics form, raises the body's metabolic rate. The product is a natural aid to stimulate energy expenditures, while helping to decrease caloric intake. The purpose of this paper is to invite and initiate calm and thorough research regarding the effects of Ephedra, since the positive effects of the herbal compound have been distorted by the process of "stacking" it with other metabolic enhancement supplements.
Outline
Introduction
The Current Popular Usage of Diet Aids in America
America's Diet Consciousness
Government Oversight and the 1994 DHSEA Act.
Types of Diet Aides and How They Work
Background and Significance of the Herbal Supplement
Studies on Herbal Supplements
The Heart of the Ephedra Debate
Purpose of the Study
Literature Review
Ephedra's Introduction to the Market
Current Modern Usage
Products Containing Ephedra
Current Product Warnings
The Standard Process for Drug review and Approval
Current Government Actions
Current Research Data
Early Experimentation
ECDS
Conclusions and Recommendations
From the Paper "Obesity is one of our nation's foremost health problems and is directly link to numerous other diseases, including heart disease, hypertension and diabetes. These conditions are directly linked to rising health care costs. These diseases and conditions also affect our gross domestic product in so mush as they created lost time from work. Drs. Roland Sturm and Kenneth Wells also studied our national obesity epidemic and discovered that the health risks associated with obesity are greater than those associated with smoking, drinking or poverty. According to the study, the findings suggest that weight reduction should be an urgent public health priority."
Abstract Discusses decline in the quality of food city people eat, the role of the food industry, and its impact on the small farmer. Based on Wendell Berry's 1990 article, "The Pleasures of Eating", the author argues that eating is an agricultural act.
From the Paper "According to Wendell Berry in his article, "The Pleasures of Eating" (1990), there has not only been a marked decline in the life of the small American farmer, as well as other rural life, but also a decline in the quality of food that ..."
