Surgeon General Kooper also says, “Obesity is one of the most prevalent diet-related problems in the United States” (Kooper 277). I completely agree that the Govt. should take some initiative and regulate some areas of the American diet, but they should definitely not control it is a communist state. With finesse, the government should be able to come up with an agreement on how to encourage us to eat healthier without majorly affecting the everyday lives of American citizens. Dan Rubinstein, a writer for AlterNet says, “America is known as being the fattest country in the world” (Rubinstein).
Saccharin In researching accidental innovations and inventions, there seemed to be one that was showing up on multiple lists. The invention of Saccharin, most notably used in sweeteners like Sweet N Low, was created in a bizarre manner. I think it is interesting how one unhygienic act can end up changing what the world knows about artificial sweeteners. The sweetener proved to be very profitable and has a large amount of staying power. Saccharin, or Benzoic Sulfimide (as it is known chemically), is an artificial sweetener that is used in the pink packets everyone knows so well, as well as a substitute for sugar in diet sodas.
In Michael Moore’s film, “Sicko” he describes the corruption of America’s health care today while comparing it to the universal health care other countries such as France, England, and Canada are exercising. I am very glad Michael Moore produced this film because although it may not be fair to both sides, it is still very informative and sends out the message that health care companies here in America are making a healthy living a luxurious burden rather than a given necessity. The two articles criticizing his film made it a little clearer of the bias he took part in. I believe the first one, by Tom Charity, was from a more neutral stand point rather than a liberal side, like Michael Moore, or a conservative side, like I believe Stephen Hunter is on. Charity described the truth and the overall message that “Sicko” gave, which was that the “insurance companies are making a killing at their expense”, when in retrospect they are supposed to be saving lives.
While bees produce honey as a food source, they make plenty of extra and can sustain themselves even on honey farms in which honey is produced and extracted for sale. Honey is known to be used medicinally as an alternative to common antibacterial agents and is widely used as a nutritional supplement (Jacobs 51). The use of honey for medicinal use involves both ingestion and topical application. When ingested, honey provides a rich antioxidant that prevents free radicals from causing problems on a molecular level. Occasionally, honey is used to illicit an immune response to pollen strands—the idea is that exposing oneself to pollen in a contained and less invasive medium (honey), the body can “render future immunity to pollens” (Jacobs 51).
Moore is a popular figure in the American media for his work, which includes the documentaries "Fahrenheit 9/11" and "Bowling for Columbine." "Idiot Nation" appears in Moore's book "Stupid White Men...and Other Sorry Excuses for the State of the Nation!" first published in 2001. In this essay, Moore critiques the state of American education and how he believes the nation has become ignorant, an "idiot" state of mind, like he likes to call it. Moore believes that politicians, from state legislatures to the President, prefer to fund projects and war efforts while cutting funding to educational things.
The History of Splenda: In 1976, Splenda was revealed for the first time by Tate & Lyle two scientists working in Queens Elizabeth College, in London. However, in my opinion, Splenda was really discovered by accident by scientist Leslie Hough, and Shashikant Phadnis, a scientist/chemist. Both scientists were performing a series of chemical reactions, in particular chlorinated sugars. Later in the day, Mr. Hough asks his partner S. Phadnis to test the powder they are working in. Mr. Phadnis mistakenly thought that Mr. Hough told him to put it on his mouth; right away he noticed the substance was very sweet.
The “Less Sugar” Marketing Campaign In this case, there is an ethical dilemma regarding this cereal company’s marketing strategy. The brand manager is not only expected to falsely advertise the company’s products that affect the health of children, but will also receive a monetary incentive if sales are successful. By examining the facts of this situation, one can see that this cereal manufacturer is acting unethically. In order to increase the sales of three of its lowest selling cereals by 20% and earn a bonus, the company has decided to make it known to the customer that these cereals now contain 75% less sugar. While the product does contain less sugar, it has only managed to do so by using a synthetic carbohydrate substitute.
This would be in a single or multi-project environment (Goldratt, 2007). The CCPM method was started back in 1997 by Dr. Eli Goldratt. This would be from a book that he produced by the name of “Critical Chain.” The reason this book was introduced was due to the poor performances, deadlines not being met, which in the end cost the company money (Goldratt, 2007). We are all are very well aware of Obama care. Going back to President Obama’s first run for the presidency, he used his Mom sickness as the means to better the cost of medical so others would not go without.
Coca cola announces that they are fighting against the obesity rate. However, changes in the formula to lower calories in their sugary drinks would cause cancer to consumers. In addition, new marketing campaigns are criticized of giving the public mixed message of false intents. Opportunities: Changing consumer lifestyle, by becoming health conscious and preferring substitute products. Coca cola is now offering health conscious products.
The Food Industry in America Whether it’s juicier, bigger, crunchier, sweeter, saltier, or whatever the phrase the food industry and its around-the-clock marketing tactics has been a major cause of the obesity epidemic in recent decades. The result of Americans constant exposure to today's 'eat more' food culture has been to get people to desire high-calorie foods and to get them to become overeaters. Clearly the food industry’s tactics are working, America is fat and people everywhere know it. The food industry is corrupt. So corrupt in fact that even as it is seemingly doing the right thing, like promoting healthy foods to be served in schools for example, its wellness initiatives are frequently just marketing ploys.