Are fast food companies the only reason for America being the fattest nation in the world? This question is challenged in the documentary ‘Supersize Me’ (2004). Director Morgan Spurlock attempts a social experiment to prove that fast food companies, especially McDonald, has a drastic effect on the physical and psychological well-being of its customers. Furthermore, documentaries have one purpose, to convey the opinions of the […]

The film SuperSize Me documents Morgan Spurlock going through with an experiment to diet only on McDonald’s for thirty days. The purpose of Spurlock’s experiment was to show people that eating unhealthy, junk food such as McDonald’s every day is extremely unhealthy and is harmful to your body. This experiment harmed his health by increasing his body weight, increased blood pressure and feeling extremely sick. […]

Supersize me by Morgan Spurlock follows him in a journey to see what fast food such as McDonalds would do to his body. In his documentary he shares the statistic in obesity and how much is has doubled since 1988. Spurlock states “obesity is now the seconds leading cause of death in America.” He then tells us how two teenage girls sued McDonalds for selling […]

Soup has become a known wellness food since the earlier centuries, although there is no solid evidence it is considered one the best natural remedies when it comes to a common cold. A very popular staple in many Americans pantry is Campbell’s Soup. The company trademarks their soup as “heart healthy” and packed with fibers, nutrients, and minerals however when it comes to food labels, […]

All over the world, we see how people are influenced by different region and how their kitchens differ from one culture to the next. Each culture has its way of cooking, but there is one thing that they all share in common; they need the help of reliable kitchen appliances to aid good cooking. The use of the right kitchen appliances allows a part-time cook […]

Acute consumption of caffeine enhances performance in many different athletes. Lara B and others (2015) showed that an acute consumption of a caffeinated drink or other substance containing caffeine, could enhance the performance in swimmers who sprint. Energy drinks have become very popular in the sports setting. Caffeine is no longer a dope substance so athletes are becoming more interested in to enhance their performances. […]

Introduction The United Nation Committee on World Food Security defines food security as a state of having access to all time safe and sufficient dietary to enable people to lead an active and healthy life. This organization has reported that there have been significant impacts on food security due to global climatic changes, drop in environmental safety and overpopulation. The sole purpose of this study […]

Perhaps you’ve already heard stories of how so and so got rid of several pounds of their weight, courtesy of switching to a ketogenic diet. Whether you want to shed off some off somebody weight or improve your body health, the low-carb, high-fat diet could be the ultimate approach. However, this truth might hurt you but worth knowing- a ketogenic diet is not always an […]

The benefits Vitamin A and E have in salad dressing? These vitamins are found in many food sources that helps the immune system to break down into good fats. If these vitamins are healthy how long will it take to break down? According to Pirello, “The actual increase in absorption will vary depending on the amount and type of dressing used and the type of […]

Good barbecue can be a delicacy to some people who love the smoky flavor or spicy coating of chicken, beef or pork on the grill. It’s a summer tradition to prepare food on the grill and share memories and meals with family and friends while enjoying the fresh air. Getting quality barbecue can sometimes be difficult. You have to go to a high-class restaurant to […]