Personal Anecdote

Some today choose to follow a nutrition plan rather than eat whatever their taste buds tell them to. There seems to be a trend of Americans consuming more and more unhealthy foods due only to the fact that it tastes good to them. When I found out that I would have to watch what I eat I was a little uncertain as to where to start. Americans really are not trained to look at what is in our food or determine whether or not it is healthy for us. We put things into our body everyday just because we see others doing the same or we see advertisements on television. It really concerns me that as a Nation we are ignorant in the ways of nutrition and actual “food.” Sure the food we eat today keeps us going, but it’s been genetically altered and modified to enrich our diets with “good” and “bad” ingredients. We tend to follow advice of those who conduct very specific studies instead of learn and analyze ourselves how we can best maintain our bodies through our diet. After being forced into a crash course on carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and the deceptiveness of “low-fat and “unsaturated sugars” I was able to make a more health conscious decision every time I have a meal. I feel better and have more energy ever since this step in my life and I find it odd that Americans are not taught the basics and even if they are, hardly retain the knowledge. I guess the government is even today trying to protect the interests of those who sponsor their campaigns.