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Striped Bass, 2001.
A look at issues surrounding the seafood striped bass.
750 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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This seafood research paper outlines some basic facts about striped bass, one of the most succulent fish served in the United States. Basic information about striped bass, including market information, use in menus, potential parasites, commercial fishing information and seasonality is included.
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"Striped bass is also known as striped bass, striper, linesider, bass, rockfish, rock, sewer trout and Fr. bar raye. The scientific name for striped bass is Morone saxatilis, and the fish appears in some early scientific literature as Roccus lineatus. Striped bass is a member of the medium- to large-sized, perch-like fishes, and inhabits coastal marine, brackish, and fresh waters in both temperate and tropical regions. This fish species was successfully introduced in into both a large number of inland lakes and reservoirs, and the Pacific coast. Striped bass now are resident from Ensenada, Mexico to British Columbia."
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American Southwest Cuisine, 2000.
An overview of the history of this cuisine, and how it has impacted on American cuisine in general.
1,115 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, $ 38.95
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This paper presents an overview of the history of Southwestern Cuisine and its impact on American cuisine and culture, as well as information on how it is prepared and on which ingredients it relies.
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"An examination of popular cooking magazines over the past years will show that food trends come and go quickly, but the proliferation of Southwestern Cuisine shows no sign of fading; rather, its popularity has remained and is growing its influence has expanded far beyond its regional origins. Its core ingredients of vegetables, legumes, meats and grains lend themselves to a variety of interpretation, from gourmet to vegetarian when combined with the spices, chilies and cheeses native to the Southwestern region of New Mexico, Texas, and Arizona."
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Healthy Eating, 2008.
A look at how eating healthily can reduce illness.
1,557 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 51.95
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This paper looks at how, although some people believe that consuming food and beverage in moderation is healthy enough, many chronic illnesses can be reduced by choosing a properly balanced diet plan. The paper then discusses the illnesses that can occur from unhealthy eating and documented foods that have been associated with the reduction of these illnesses.
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"The recommended food groups that can lower chances of contracting chronic illnesses are: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products. Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2005) stated, " The strength of the evidence for the association between increased intake of fruits and vegetables and reduced risk of chronic diseases is variable and depends on the specific disease, but an array of evidence points to beneficial health effects. Compared with the many people who consume a dietary pattern with only small amounts of fruits and vegetables, those who eat more generous amounts as part of a healthful diet are likely to have reduced risk of chronic diseases, including stroke and perhaps other cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and cancers in certain sites (oral cavity and pharynx, larynx, lung, esophagus, stomach, and colon-rectum). "
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Caloric Intake Around the World, 2008.
This paper presents a study to determine whether there is a significant difference in calorie intake among regions and economic groups.
2,065 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 65.95
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This study relates that its aim is to explore patterns, if any, in the eating behavior of areas around the world. The paper presents the survey and the results that there are statistically significant differences between regions/economic groups with respect to caloric intake. The paper maintains that since obesity and malnourishment are becoming such important issues in today's society, more consideration needs to be taken in order to form interventions.
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Introduction
Objective
Rationale
Theoretical
Methodology
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
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"Numerous studies performed have demonstrated several reasons that depict the growing food epidemic. Eating behavior has been correlated to the effects of daily hassles. Research has found that an increase in daily hassles was associated with an enhancement in consumption of foods high in fat and sugar along with a decrease in regular meals and vegetables (O'Connor, Jones, Conner, McMillian, & Ferguson, 2008). Abundance in caloric intake was also found in consumers when given the option of tasting full-, reduced-, or no-fat foods. Women were found to adhere to the norm of society by choosing the no-fat foods, signifying that the placement of nutrition labels on foods curbs the eating behavior of people of certain races, gender, and living place (Bushman, 1998)."
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Hormones and the Diet, 2006.
An overview of human hormones and their importance in relation to our diet.
2,753 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 82.95
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This paper deals with scientific work that has been carried out over recent years to identify a small group of chemicals and hormones that regulate the processes of the body and the brain. The author provides comprehensive information regarding various hormones that are produced in the body, their importance and how they can affect an individual's diet.
Outline:
Introduction
Cortisol
Estrogen and Progesterone
Testosterone
DHEA
Stress and the Diet
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Conclusion
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" Within the last fifteen years or do, research scientists have identified a small group of chemicals and hormones that regulate the processes of the body and the brain, such as insulin (diabetes), adrenaline, noradrenaline and glucagon, "a hormone that stimulates the conversion of glucogen into glucose in the liver and often is linked with hypoglycemia (Parry, 2005, p. 256). And within the last ten years, these same scientists have discovered that the chemical/hormonal story is considerably more complex, due to finding hundreds of newly-identified compounds that regulate a person's mood, his/her susceptibility to particular diseases, and especially what a person eats, i.e. that these chemicals are secreted and made active by certain types of food based on diet and intake.
"At least seventy neurotransmitters (chemicals that modify or result in the transmission of nerve impulses between brain synapses), have also been identified which regulate nerve function, including memory, mental function, mood, movement, the wake-sleep cycle and appetite. The disruption of even one neurotransmitter significantly alters nerve cell function and causes a reaction which affects all other neurotransmitters, profoundly affecting many natural processes in the brain and the body."
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Diet Humor, 2008.
Reports research that examines the use of diet humor as a resistance to a diet culture.
9,685 words (approx. 38.7 pages), 41 sources, APA, $ 197.95
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This paper focuses on women's humor about dieting in a culture where women are expected to diet. The author reports that the methods used to collect data were participant observation in an Israeli Weight Watchers group, interviews with female dieters and qualitative text analysis. The paper points out that the findings show that resistance to the diet culture is weakest in regard to its basic ideological concepts and its expression through the consumer culture; however, resistance is strongest when the diet culture conflicts with the dieter's social network and attempts to change eating habits and exercise patterns. The author concludes that the diet culture affects many of our beliefs and consumer choices but has far less impact on everyday behavior. The paper summarizes that diet humor enables women to eat the cake and joke about it.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Humor as an Aspect of Culture and a Form of Resistance
Research Methods
Findings
The Difference between "Fat Jokes" and Diet Humor
Themes of Diet Humor
Diet Culture Ideology
Diet Culture, Food and Social Interaction
Diet Culture's Rules of Practice
Diet Culture and Consumer Culture
Discussion and Conclusions
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Sports Drinks, 2008.
This paper discusses the five types of sports drinks available for consumers.
1,537 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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The paper looks at low-carbohydrate drinks that reduce fatigue and promote maximal performance, high-carbohydrate drinks for after exercise that promote glycogen re-synthesis, and protein drinks that provide essential amino acids. The paper also discusses recovery drinks that combine carbohydrates and protein and fat-burner drinks that help for weight loss. The paper concludes by pointing out that sports excellence does not come in a bottle. The paper emphasizes that sports nutrients are meant to supplement a healthy diet with plenty of protein, carbohydrates and healthy fats.
Outline:
Introduction
Low-Carbohydrate Drinks Reduce Fatigue
High-Carbohydrate Drinks Promote Glycogen Re-synthesis
Protein Drinks Provide Essential Amino Acids
Recovery Drinks Combine Carbohydrates and Protein
Fat-Burner Drinks Help You Lose Weight
Conclusion
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"Not long ago, the category of sports drinks had one entry. Gatorade originally developed for the Gators football team at the University of Florida, Gatorade became a household word with the once-revolutionary concept that water is not the best thing to drink during exercise."
"When studies confirmed that drinks with electrolytes and simple carbohydrates improved sports performance, a new market segment was born. It has since grown to a billion dollar industry with a large number of entries and an ever-expanding variety of flavors."
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Genetically Modified Crops, 2007.
This paper discusses the risks vs. the benefits of genetically modified foods.
1,371 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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The paper explores the world-wide debate about genetically modified (GM) crops and explains the advantages and disadvantages of these products. The paper looks at the regulation of genetically modified foods in the United States and Europe and how GM food growth is drawing a political backlash. The paper discusses the powerful opposition of Greenpeace to genetic engineering. The paper concludes that as long as environmental organizations generate fear and doubt among politicians, retailers and the public, it will be almost impossible for the technology to break through, despite its benefits.
Outline:
Introduction
The Science of Genetic Engineering
Genetically Modified Foods and Hunger
Genetically Modified Foods and Biodiversity
Research for the Common Good
Growth of Genetic Engineering
Greenpeace
Conclusion
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"The world wide debate about genetically modified crops has been a heated one, pitting biological progress against environmental conservation. The genetically modified foods issue involves complex factors including politics, international trade, and social and cultural norms. Advocates of GM foods say that the increased yields and decreased price of using genetically modified seeds can help to alleviate world hunger. However, progress is being hampered by over cautious environmentalists and consumers, mostly in Europe and Japan. These wealthy areas of the world can afford to take precautions that the starving people of the world cannot, but the preference of consumers in wealthy countries of whole, natural, organic foods is influencing impoverished countries."
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Low Carbohydrate Diets, 2008.
This paper argues that the only diet that strikes at the real cause of obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus is the low carbohydrate diet.
2,175 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper explains that, for overweight people and people with type 2 diabetes mellitus, the low calorie and low fat diets recommended by the government do not work well and actually worsen the condition. The author points out that low carbohydrate diets, such as the popular "Dr. Atkins Diet", are synonymous with a high-fat and moderate protein regime. The paper relates that, when carbohydrate intake is restricted, the insulin levels decrease and the levels of glucagon increase. The author underscores that the increased fats and oils keep the appetite under control. The author suspects that the mechanism of insulin resistance is not a disease but rather a mechanism of homeostasis used to keep the body's fat to muscle ratio in balance. The paper states that, when the body is out of balance, type 2 diabetes mellitus occurs to correct the epigenetic factors that caused the imbalance.
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"Insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes are now associated with decreased expression of genes that regulate oxidative phosphorylation in skeletal muscle. Uncoupling protein 3 (UPC3) is a protein transporter that uncouples oxidative phosphorylation of mitochondrial respiration in skeletal muscle. Studies on UCP3 functions under various physiological conditions have suggested that the function of UCP3 is not limited only to regulation of whole-body energy metabolism but is also involved in regulation of lipids metabolism. Uncoupling proteins act to convert stored fat into thermal energy."
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Judaism and Dietary Patterns, 2008.
This paper accounts for and explains the dietary patterns prevalent in the Jewish religion.
3,748 words (approx. 15.0 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 103.95
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This essay offers a nuanced historical account and explanation of why the Jewish dietary rule came to insist on the prohibition of the consumption of certain animals, while others were tolerated, with particular reference to the time when the rule came to be fleshed out. More specifically, the paper looks into the case of pigs or pork as an animal whose inclusion in the list of those unclean might strike as particularly odd to the modern reader. Given the similarities they had with oxen, sheep and goats as domesticated and herbivorous livestock, swine, it seems fair to say, had little reason to be excluded. But this short piece argues that their labelling as unclean had as much to do with the peculiar circumstances in which Leviticus and Deuteronomy were written as with the consistency of the religious doctrine based on an adherence to the tenet of separate spheres which pigs and other animals fell foul of.
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Introduction
Reasons for the Exclusion of Pig: Hygiene and Habit
Criticism of Hygiene and Habit Interpretation
Contextualising Dietary Law: Babylonic Exile and Anti-desert Mentality
Distinctive Categories and Aberrations
Conclusions
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"That pork was unhygienic does not stand up to much scrutiny either. Criticising the hygienic rationale, Jean Soler for example, correctly makes the obvious point that the nomadic Hebrew tribes, who lived at the time when these rules were drawn up, did not possess sufficient medical knowledge to be able to pronounce the pig unclean based on the infectious dangers it posed to man. Even though it would be tempting to suppose that the kind of hot and arid climate in which the ancient Israelites lived was particularly hazardous for the transmission of diseases, the lack of even physicians to prepare for this possibility at that time points to the extent to which medical reasons could not plausibly be carted out to account for why pigs were expressly forbidden."
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Agricultural Bioengineering in India, 2008.
An analysis of the benefits of and objections to agricultural bioengineering in India.
1,314 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses the development of food-resource advancements in India, due to its large population and high level of poverty. It discusses both the objections and the known benefits of genetic engineering of food. The paper then looks at the precedent for bioengineering in India and the benefits that are specific to that country. The paper contains an annotated bibliography.
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"But the above referenced conference draws an important point in addressing not just the benefits of employing bioengineering methods to achieving agricultural robustness but in implementing such methods in order to improve our own understanding of their potential. The benefits of such technological advances in our ability to effectively reap sustenance from the earth are not only likely to outweigh the drawbacks but are also likely to contribute to an eventually diminishing of the drawbacks. Efforts which are now centered on opposing the graduation of our ability to defend against vermin, drought and other famine inducing natural disasters should instead be directed toward refining our effectiveness and education in reaching such ends. India provides an excellent example, in relationships such as that defined by Monsanto India, of the ways in which international support of bioengineering can both improve its effectiveness and advance our capacity to use it safely and optimally. The New Delhi conference provides evidence that such efforts are already underway, with America playing an integral role in the assimilation of bioengineering into the broader landscape of India's hunger and poverty fighting strategy."
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Living Large, 2008.
This paper discusses obesity; its causes and prevention.
973 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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The paper reveals that obesity is the fastest growing cause of illness and death in the United States. The paper discusses the importance of physical activities and of a healthy diet that reduces consumption of fast food and soft drinks. The paper discusses the promotion of exercise in schools and the ban of school ground soft drinks that could protect the children of America from diseases related to obesity.
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"It is now estimated that nearly two out of three Americans are overweight or obese. Statistics also show that the number of overweight teenagers has tripled in the past two decades (Greenblatt Online). Should we be worried? "Worrying" at this point is an understatement. Being overweight is now the most common medical condition of childhood ("Soft Drinks" Online). According to Surgeon General Richard Carmona, obesity is the "fastest growing cause of illness and death in the United States" (Qtd. in Greenblatt Online). Obesity is associated with more than 300,000 deaths each year because of all the health complication it induces. Over 30 different diseases can be developed because of it, ranging from strokes or/and heart-related diseases to arthritis and breathing problems. Obesity is defined as having a BMI (Body Mass Index) over 30.0 or more, and in 2001 the state of Mississippi reported that more than 25.9% of its population was obese. That is more than one out of four people."
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Campaign Targeting Kraft Foods, 2007.
An examination of the campaign against the Kraft Foods Company.
1,659 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper examines the ongoing campaign targeting the Kraft Food Company and explains that the campaign is led by the Genetically Engineered Food Alert (GEFA). The paper discusses how the majority of Kraft products contain genetically altered ingredients and then looks at the steps taken by GEFA to convince Kraft to to discontinue the use of genetically engineered ingredients in all products unless adequate testing, labeling, and liability are established. The writer believes that the campaign has turned out to be somewhat and concludes that, although the scientific evidence against genetically engineered food was there, Kraft may have never felt the pressure to change their ways without this campaign.
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"The campaign against the Kraft Foods Company has been in action since 2000, when it was discovered that Kraft was using genetically engineered ingredients in their food products. The campaign is led by the Genetically Engineered Food Alert, a coalition of health, consumer and environmental groups. It is generally accepted that genetically altered foods are safe to consume, however, there is mounting scientific evidence that these foods may be harmful to consumers' health, as well as to the environment."
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Obesity Epidemic, 2006.
This paper argues the case for an income tax for obese people in America.
800 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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In this article, the writer notes that $122.9 billion is the estimated annual cost of obesity in America. Directly related costs account for $64.1 billion, and indirect costs cover the remaining $58.8 billion. The writer points out that direct costs are associated with prevention, diagnostic, and treatment expenses. Indirect costs are attributed to lost wages, sick pay, and earnings lost due to premature death. The writer further notes that obesity is expected to soon surpass the number of deaths caused by tobacco and take the lead position as the number one preventable cause of death in the U.S. The writer maintains that it is time for the Federal government to take action and educate the public about the effects of obesity and to tax those that are obese. The writer concludes that the solution to obesity is education and prevention of excessive weight gain, and for funds that would be generated from a tax on obesity to be put towards preventative education programs and the national healthcare budget.
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"The idea of a tax on fast food has recently been in the news. This ideal of taxing fast food if enacted, would have minimal effects on obesity and would be devastating to our economy. Fast food companies would be hit hard, plummeting sales would force them to close stores and layoff many people. The deep-pocketed fast food industry would also fight tooth and nail against any tax of this kind. Although this tax would slow down America's junk food purchases, this would only be short-term solution. Eventually people would get accustomed to paying the higher price for the food they desire and consumption rates would rise again. A tax on fast food also punishes those who are not obese. Almost everyone has stopped at a fast food restaurant at some point in their lives, including those that are not obese. People that are not obese should not have to pay for those that are. Many people will also blame fast food for solely causing obesity, but this is wrong. Anything in excess will cause health problems. For example, taking too many vitamins can cause health issues like poisoning and organ failure. A fast food tax is a misplaced solution to America's obesity, and the U.S. government should shift their attention towards prevention and education."
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Childhood Obesity, 2006.
This paper discuses the prevention of childhood obesity.
1,970 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This paper explains that, if the trend continues at the current rate, nearly 34% of the U.S. children will be obese, which indicates that childhood obesity has become a nationwide epidemic. The author points out that the arrival of advanced electronic technology in the last thirty years, such as television, video games and the Internet, is now devouring time once spent doing physical activities, such as playing tag or basketball. The paper urges the federal government to take the leadership role by make the prevention of childhood obesity a top priority on the national health agenda, such as the past public safety movements. The author suggests that all levels of government coordinate programs that include nutritional education focusing on proper eating habits and physical activity training.
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"Many schools in America no longer offer physical education as part of their curriculum. A 2000 survey found that only 8 percent of elementary schools, 6.4 percent of middle schools, and 5.8 percent of high schools require daily physical education.. Schools should begin requiring daily physical activities. The Surgeon General recommends at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day for children. By following recommended guidelines on physical activity, schools will be supporting the prevention of childhood obesity. The efforts of schools are just as important as the individual efforts at home."
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