Monday, October 10, 2011

Industrialized Food Industry

The first time I watched Food, Inc I was completely shocked by the reality of large scale food production. I believe that the industrialized food industry is contributing to the cause of obesity in America. Americans believe that fast food is cheap when in fact the food is expensive when one considers the health and environmental costs. Although organic meat is more expensive than industrially produced meat, this increase in price will cause consumers to buy and eat less meat if they choose to no longer eat fast food. I personally have made the life choice to no longer consume any fast food. I won't eat McDonalds, Burger King, Wendy's, Stake n Shake, Sonic, KFC, Taco Bell, Chick-fil-a, or even Subway. I have cut back extensively on my intake of fatty, sugary, and salty foods. In addition, I'm am starting to only eat meat that is USDA-certified organic. As a result I feel healthier, look healthier, and have lost almost all of my body fat while maintaining stronger muscles and bones. I have even noticed changes in my mood and mental state. I am more frequently in a better mood and I tend to have a sharper memory. Even though I have an extensive history of endometriosis among the women in my family, I believe that due to my diet I have kept this disease at bay. I would not only highly recommend anyone and everyone to watch this wonderful documentary, I would also urge anyone who wants to become healthier to look more closely at their diet and to stop eating fast food.

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