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Unit 1:
*Contemporary diet/nutrition is the practice and trend of Paleolithic foods and is a
western diet focusing in healthier food choices, incorporating a more natural approach.
*Influences of food choices/eating patterns/habits of Americans these can be influenced
by many factors including : - preferences, habits, culture, social situations, availability
and convenience, emotions, values and beliefs
*Obesity in America the obesity rate in America is continually rising due to the fast
growing trend of unhealthy and genetically engineered foods.
Websites/Web resources:
http://extmedia.kaplan.edu- you are what you eat this site helped me learn
American food choices and nutrition trends and practices within the country
https://online.vitalsource.com + https://online.vitalsource.com-this was the school
book given explaining food influences in America and how/why people choose the
foods/lifestyles they do.
Online article:
Our titanic obesity problem: why the epidemic in America is still a sinking ship.
http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/health/america-titanic-obesity-problem-article1.1432154 - this article provides information as to why and how America become stuck
in the problem of obesity. And inside observation about the rate of obesity and the
correlation it has to the advertisements of food choices and how its downfall has lead to
poor nutritional choices in many American households.
Software program:
https://www.supertracker.usda.gov/
this software program allows for monitoring, tracking and helpful tips for proper
nutrition and physical activities throughout the day. Individuals can log into their
personal profiles and record, monitor, track, and keep up with what they are eating,
how they can improve their diet , and also provides an activity tracker to monitor
physical expenditure.
Unit 2:
3 key points in the unit:
*influencing government on food in America many authorities to companies and
government officials have heavy influenced on food choices and how food impacts
the American lifestyle
*food additives these are a variety of ingredients, preservatives, stabilizers,
compounds, or chemical additions to foods.
*personal assessment this is an individual evaluation or measurement about
progress they have completed and their experience throughout.

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3 websites/web sources in unit:
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http://www.foodpolitics.com - discusses the influence politics and media have on

food choices and production of food across America. Also provides information
concerning bills, issues, and topics relation to food and nutrition in America.
http://www.eatdrinkvote.com/ - a website explain how and why to take action
fighting against the unhealthy food trends rising in amerce
www.mind.org - this site has great information about how ones mental
perspectives and ideas can impact and influence their foods choices and
nutritional lifestyle

Book/article/essay related to unit topic:

- Fast food nation: the dark side to American meal provides information and a
documentary explaining the fast growing rate of fast food in America and its
influence on the rest of the world.
Software program used in unit:
www.choosemyplate.gov - this unit, this site was used to monitor and track food intake.
This can allow for an individual to realize and reassess theur nutrition patterns and diet
consumptions. It can be used as the first step towards becoming healthier.
Unit 3:
3 key points in the unit:
*laws of demand and supply this concept expresses how the correlation of the
quantity and amount of a product the consumers are willing to buy, and how much
of the supply the market can provide for consumers. Price is often seen as a mirror ,
reflecting this relationship of supple and demand.
*malnutrition this term is used to describe under nutrition, starvation or in some
cases, famine. It can be used as a medical condition describing a poor, inadequate or
lacking diet. It can also refer to an imbalance of nutrients and nutrient deficiencies.
*micronutrients micronutrients are nutrients that are needed for normal and
healthy growth of organs, tissue, and development of the human body. These
nutrients are only needed in small amounts. Vitamins and mineral are examples of
micronutrients.
3 websites/web sources in unit:
*http://kidshealth.org/teen/food_fitness/nutrition/hunger.html this site offers
information about the correlation and relationship between young generations and health
status. It seems as if the more that times goes on in America, the higher the obesity and
nutrition issues and heath concerns rise as well.
*http://www.investopedia.com/university/economics/economics3.asp - this site explains
how supple and demand make up the basic, foundation of how the economy works. The

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price of supply and demand show the balance of the two and can reflect the progress or
situation of how the economy is doing.
*http://www.pure-wellness.net/Malnourishment.htm - this site reveals information about
how disease and illness derived from food and nutritional downfalls can hinder the
overall health status of America or a country. Also provides information about how an
unhealthy lifestyle can lead to health complications.
Book/article/essay related to unit topic:
* Essentials of nutrition and diet therapy includes information about nutrition
principals and nutrition therapies that can alleviate disease and illness related to
nutrition.
Software program used in unit:
*Nutribase.com - This website is great to monitor and track food intake an d compare to
other diets across the nation and globe. This site offers services such as meal plans,
articles prints, and comparison charts to monitor progress.
Unit 4:
3 key points in the unit:
* Food borne illness this term refers to sickness and disease, stemming from
transmitted bacteria from food and water sources. This can be caused by cross
contamination and toxins that have grown or produced in food.
*Food safety is the proper handling, and treatment of food. This manner of
handling is meant to avoid contamination, that can , in turn, lead to disease or illness.
*Transmission agent refers to a means of spreading of an illness or disease by a
particular manner.
3 websites/web sources in unit:
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FDA.gov foodborne contaminants and illnesses. - this site provides

information about the safety of imported and domestic foods. Also gives
information about potential risk, and how to avoid, handle, and deal with food
illnesses, and food safety.
http://www.cdc.gov/foodborneburden/ - this site establishes a solid foundation
explaining the reasons and circumstances behind contaminated and unsafe foods
in the American nutrition system.
http://www.foodsafety.gov/ - this is a great and resourceful site that provides
information about how to monitor food and food safety in America, what foods
have been recalled or alerted for, and also provides news and education columns
on how to keep yourself safe from food borne illnesses.

Book/article/essay related to unit topic:

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the bad bug book (second edition) - provides information concerning the major and
most known agents that can cause food borne illnesses.
Software program used in unit:
* http://www.industrysafe.com - this site provides software that allows consumers to
view and give knowledge on record incidents with food safety, dashboard reviews,
inspections, and also training activities concerning food monitoring and tracking.
Unit 5
3 key points in the unit:
*Biotechnology this is the biological process of production in foods. This method is
used to modify products for consumers.
*Genetic engineering is the alteration and combination of different genes and genetic
material, as a result of technological interference.
*Biotech foods (BT) is a reference towards the use of biotechnology, in order to
produce and create new and better foods.
3 websites/web sources in unit:
- www.USDA.gov - this website provides information, resources, and services to
reach out to consumers across America, providing nutritional and agricultural
information and facts.
- www.NONGMOproject.com - a site built around a non-profit organization
committed to preserving and creating a unit of non GMO containing products.
This organization also provides choices for non-GMO foods and information
about how to become involved as well.
- Foodsafetynews.com a site specifically meant to provide consumers with
blogs and articles of news and information concerning food safety and food
related illnesses and disease.
Book/article/essay related to unit topic:
Article GMOs: researchers debate the safety of genetically modified foods. Researchers are concluding findings showing that the use and incorporation of GMOs
may be potentially harmful for heath reasons, and also towards the environment. Explains
the four major GMO crops: cotton , canola, corn, and soybeans, .
Software program used in unit:
* foodlogiq.com a deep rooted, nutrition industry site helping consumers track, and
become knowledgeable on food safety. This company also provides consumers with
information about growers, food companies, grocers, and food maintenance throughout
the process.
Unit 6
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*Crop farming the practice of plant cultivation to produce food, feed, or fiber. Can
also be used for the purpose of providing medicinal or industrial products and
ingredients.
*Organic farming a particular farming practice that does not use the addition or
use of chemical or synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. Growth hormones,
antibiotics, and GMOS are forbidden from this particular farming practice.
*Pesticides - Additives and chemicals used for the maintenance of insects, disease,
weeds, and fungi. Pests that can form and cling onto plants, fruits and animals can
also be considered pesticides.
3 websites/web sources in unit:
*OFRF.org is a virtual infrastructure that aids in the support and success of organic and
natural farmers. Provides information and articles educating consumers and promoting
organic farming and buying.
*mayoclinic.org physicians, scientists, and researchers at the mayo clinic share their
knowledge to empower and educate consumers about health, lifestyle, and the importance
of good health.
*ATRA.NCAT.org provides information and articles about organic product
certification and also organic product options. This site provides consumers with various
topic to obtain research from, such as organic marketing, and organic control of pests.
Book/article/essay related to unit topic:
Article: Unease in Hawaiis cornfields - a new battle has made its way to Hawaii
with the debate of using the island as a new site for mass production of GMO crops.
Major GMO promoting companies, such as Monsanto, have moved to Hawaii. Now the
battle to preserve the island begins.
Software program used in unit:
* super tracker.com I used this site to track my weekly consumption of foods and
compare it to my consumption a month ago. It helps me maintain progress tracking and
also gives me an idea as to what foods I should add to my diet and what foods I should
resist or eliminate.
Unit 7
3 key points in the unit:
*Globalization the process of something becoming adopted globally.
*NAFTA north American free trade agreement is the world largest free trade area
maintaining the trade of thousands of goods between U.S, Canada, and Mexico.
*WTO world trade organization an organization handling trade openings. Also
provides government with tools to proceed with and negotiate trade agreements.
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*www.USTR.gov enforce trade rules in order for national workers and business to
have the opportunity to compete on a global scale.
*http://www.wto.org/ - a company focused on negotiations of trade between countries
globally. Works with barriers and issues that are prevalent in trade world-wide.
*http://www.ifg.org/ - is a research organization that has a primary concern and focus on
economic policies. The company collaborates with environmental and social justice
activist , in the pursuit to accomplish democracy and sustainability.
Book/article/essay related to unit topic:
Article : What globalization really means - how globalization effects the world and
what consequences and outcomes can be expected as a result of globalization.
Software program used in unit:
* fitday.com used to track food intake and monitor physical activities throughout the
week. I also use this to set goals and maintain a good coverage on my physical activities,
including day to day walking and agendas.
Unit 8
3 key points in the unit:
*body mass index represents the totally measure of ones amount of body fat that is
based on a scale that considered both height and weight.
*obesity a status of ones health that is a result of having too much body fat, that can
result in consequences such as heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic health
complications.
*weight loss a term or phrase used to describe the girth and heaviness on an
individuals physical health status, concludes normally in a plan to lose pounds or
decrease ones total weight.
3 websites/web sources in unit:
- http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov - one of the nations top medical research companies ,
that are involved in the research of health care and provision of good health and
services for the country.
- http://www.obesity.org/ - is a society of scientific research that has dedicated it
works through out the years to research and discover causes and effects of
obesity and also how to treat and avoid the epidemic that is quickly rising in
America.
- Medscape.com a branch that connects to WebMD, a network of health
professionals, a site that collaborates health and medical professionals to provide
consumers and individuals with top care, knowledge, and research about medical
discoveries, research and findings.
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- article: potential mechanisms for a role of metabolic stress in hypertrophic
adaptations to resistance training metabolic stress is researched to have growth and
development on muscles after experiencing a session of resistance training.
Software program used in unit:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov - calculate boy mass index: used this software to record my
body mas index and paired results with Sparkpeople.com to conclude a diet and activity
plan that would be most beneficial for my own lifestyle and health.
Unit 9
3 key points in the unit:
*Vegan a diet that eliminated the consumption of meat, fish, fowl, eggs, or dairy
products.
*Cultural values - a set of standards that is used to group and characterize certain social
groups and individuals.
*Acculturation an on going and repetitive exposure to impacts and influences from
various cultures. Aspects of this may be directly related to factors such as age, education,
and also income to a degree.
3 websites/web sources in unit:
*http://www.cdfnv.org/ - a non profit organization that promotes research that provides
opportunities for learning about disadvantaged population, and the opportunities they
potentially have to achieve certain goals.
*www.APA.org a scientific and professional organization that promotes and represents
the field of psychology in the united states. The site enables individuals to explore
physiology topics, and publications related to medical findings.
* mindbodygreen.com a great place to find sites, articles, and discussions, about the
trending topics in todays health and wellness spectrum.

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Sources:
sources:
http://www.eatdrinkvote.com/
http://extmedia.kaplan.edu/healthSci/HW220_1204C/2_lesson1.pdf
http://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/food-andmood/#.UtXNtWRDsVk
http://www.investopedia.com/university/economics/economics3.asp
http://www.pure-wellness.net/Malnourishment.htm
http://nutribase.com/
http://www.cdc.gov/foodborneburden/
http://www.foodsafety.gov/
http://www.fda.gov/Food/FoodborneIllnessContaminants/default.htm
http://www.industrysafe.com/safety_software_b.asp?_kk=safety
%20software&_kt=9e072146-45e1-4379-980f7a3a977dc65c&gclid=CJGApqn9_rsCFbFxOgod3h4AjA
http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome
http://www.nongmoproject.org/
http://www.foodsafetynews.com/
https://www.foodlogiq.com/about-us
http://ofrf.org/about
http://www.mayoclinic.org/
https://attra.ncat.org/organic.html
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/08/business/fight-over-genetically-altered-crops-flaresin-hawaii.html?_r=0&adxnnl=1&adxnnlx=1389751204-bVq80EFUvzxiGfS/vvA5bA
http://www.ustr.gov/trade-agreements/free-trade-agreements/north-american-free-tradeagreement-nafta
http://www.wto.org/
http://www.ifg.org/
http://www.fitday.com/
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/guidelines/obesity/BMI/bmicalc.htm
http://www.obesity.org/
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/811111

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23338987
http://www.cdfnv.org/
http://www.apa.org/about/index.aspx
http://amishamerica.com/what-do-amish-eat/