Super size me is a 2004 documentary film directed by and starring Morgan Spurlock. Morgan followed a 30 day McDonald's diet, during that period he ate McDonald's food.During this time Morgan dined at McDonald restaurant three times a day, for breakfast,lunch,and dinner eating everything off the McDonald's menu.During the course Morgan gained 24 lbs and his body mass increase 13%,cholestrol level of 230, he also experienced sexual dysfunction, and fat accumulation to his liver.
The reason for Morgan investigation is a coresponding to the lawsuit brought against McDonald's on the behalf on two overweight girls,who alleged became pbese as a result of eating McDonald's food.
In my opinion towards those two overweight girls, their the ones that made themselves overweight,nobody is to blame their actions. No one came to their house take them by hands and carry them to McDonalds to eat three times a day, that to me is over doing it and just straight up ridiculous.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
What i've learned
Writing my research my paper was very difficult for me.Often times i would jus get so upset and give up or just fall asleep when i can't find the proper sources to help me develop my paper, but as time goes by, i realize that i need to just take a deep breath and slow down my pace. At one point i felt like giving up,but as my grandmother would tell me " nothing beats a trial but a failure", so just kept moving. This class let me realize that their is no such thing as a terrible writer, just keep trying until you succeed, tell yourself that you can do it, and just let it flow. I just want to take time to say a big thank you to professor McCormick for a wonderful experience in her class.
Sashagay Mckenzie
Eng101
Dr. Lizzie Mcormick
June 1, 2010
Words 1,160
Growth What is Recombinant Bovine Hormone?
Recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone (RBGH), also known as Rsbt, is the genetically engineered growth hormone developed by the Monsanto Company to increase milk production in cows, and sold under the name Posilac. The FDA decision to approve RBGH, despite the fact that it leads to cancer and is dangerous to animals, should be reversed.
Monsanto is notorious for marketing dangerous products while falsely claiming safety. RBGH was never properly tested before FDA allowed it on the market. A standard cancer test of a new human drug requires two years of testing with several hundreds of rats, but RBGH was tested for only 90 days on 30 rats (Rachel 593). Injection of this genetically engineered hormone forces cows to artificially increase their milk production by 10 to 15 percent (Avery 2). This hormone puts animals and humans at risk. It has been well documented by Monsanto and others that RBGH treated cows undergo several changes, for example, they are likely to develop mastitis, a painful bacterial infection of the udder which causes inflammation, swelling, pus, and blood secretion into milk (Rachel 593). In order to treat mastitis, the dairy industries rely on antibiotics which end up in the milk. When these cows are treated with antibiotics they experience these extreme levels of bacterial sickness while they are producing milk. Produce milk containing elevated levels of natural growth factor IGF-1, which is readily absorbed through the gut. Excessive levels of IGF-1 have been incriminated as a cause of breast, colon, and prostate cancer in human.
Children, pregnant women and the unborn are thought to be most susceptible to these negative health effects. Hormone residues in beef have implicated in the early onset of puberty in girls, which could put them at greater risk of developing breast and other forms of cancer.
While RBGH is still being used in the United States, it is banned in the countries like Canada, the European Union, Australia, and New Zealand. In October 1994, the FDA issued regulation that made it appear to be illegal to label milk RBGH produced or RBGH free. On February 1, 1998, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture issued new rules which allowed producers to inform consumers if they used RBGH or if their milk was produced naturally and in sustainable manner. Dairy companies must maintain procedures to verify any production methods claimed on their labels (Wade 122).
There has been consumer revolt against this hormone. Dozens of retailer and dairy processors are no longer using RBGH products. These companies include Starbucks, Chipotle Restaurant, Darigold, Tillamok among others (593). Wal-Mart, Kroger, Kraft and others have started offering RBGH free product lines in their stores (Wade 118). We as parents can also participate in helping our children schools and community supermarkets go RBGH free. One way is to call their school’s Food Service Directors and ask them if the school is buying milk that is RBGH free and give them guidelines to let them know schools can purchase RBGH free milk. We can also talk to the school’s wellness committee, and go to one of their meetings with other parents and recommend that they change the wellness policy to include buying RBGH free milk. When we go grocery shopping, we should purchase the items that are labeled RBGH free, Rbst free, and produced without artificial growth hormones.
In conclusion Recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone was not properly tested and should not be present in the food we eat. This genetically engineered hormone that is injected in cows to increase milk production is dangerous for our health. Although the FDA approves this hormone, the fact is leads to cancer and is dangerous to animals and human being.
Eng101
Dr. Lizzie Mcormick
June 1, 2010
Words 1,160
Growth What is Recombinant Bovine Hormone?
Recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone (RBGH), also known as Rsbt, is the genetically engineered growth hormone developed by the Monsanto Company to increase milk production in cows, and sold under the name Posilac. The FDA decision to approve RBGH, despite the fact that it leads to cancer and is dangerous to animals, should be reversed.
Monsanto is notorious for marketing dangerous products while falsely claiming safety. RBGH was never properly tested before FDA allowed it on the market. A standard cancer test of a new human drug requires two years of testing with several hundreds of rats, but RBGH was tested for only 90 days on 30 rats (Rachel 593). Injection of this genetically engineered hormone forces cows to artificially increase their milk production by 10 to 15 percent (Avery 2). This hormone puts animals and humans at risk. It has been well documented by Monsanto and others that RBGH treated cows undergo several changes, for example, they are likely to develop mastitis, a painful bacterial infection of the udder which causes inflammation, swelling, pus, and blood secretion into milk (Rachel 593). In order to treat mastitis, the dairy industries rely on antibiotics which end up in the milk. When these cows are treated with antibiotics they experience these extreme levels of bacterial sickness while they are producing milk. Produce milk containing elevated levels of natural growth factor IGF-1, which is readily absorbed through the gut. Excessive levels of IGF-1 have been incriminated as a cause of breast, colon, and prostate cancer in human.
Children, pregnant women and the unborn are thought to be most susceptible to these negative health effects. Hormone residues in beef have implicated in the early onset of puberty in girls, which could put them at greater risk of developing breast and other forms of cancer.
While RBGH is still being used in the United States, it is banned in the countries like Canada, the European Union, Australia, and New Zealand. In October 1994, the FDA issued regulation that made it appear to be illegal to label milk RBGH produced or RBGH free. On February 1, 1998, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture issued new rules which allowed producers to inform consumers if they used RBGH or if their milk was produced naturally and in sustainable manner. Dairy companies must maintain procedures to verify any production methods claimed on their labels (Wade 122).
There has been consumer revolt against this hormone. Dozens of retailer and dairy processors are no longer using RBGH products. These companies include Starbucks, Chipotle Restaurant, Darigold, Tillamok among others (593). Wal-Mart, Kroger, Kraft and others have started offering RBGH free product lines in their stores (Wade 118). We as parents can also participate in helping our children schools and community supermarkets go RBGH free. One way is to call their school’s Food Service Directors and ask them if the school is buying milk that is RBGH free and give them guidelines to let them know schools can purchase RBGH free milk. We can also talk to the school’s wellness committee, and go to one of their meetings with other parents and recommend that they change the wellness policy to include buying RBGH free milk. When we go grocery shopping, we should purchase the items that are labeled RBGH free, Rbst free, and produced without artificial growth hormones.
In conclusion Recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone was not properly tested and should not be present in the food we eat. This genetically engineered hormone that is injected in cows to increase milk production is dangerous for our health. Although the FDA approves this hormone, the fact is leads to cancer and is dangerous to animals and human being.
Revision plan
On my first research paper,i was not pleased with the grade i received. While i was reveiwing my paper and reading the comments that my professor wrote, i realize that that i need to work cite my sources, proof read my paper before i hand it in, and work on my grammatical issues which is a major issue for me.I will also try to visit the writing center more often and work with an tutor to improve my grammar and writing skills.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
What is RBGH ?
My research paper is RBGH (Recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone), it is an genetic hormone injected into cows that forces them to increase their milk production. This hormone was manufactured by Monsanto, and sold to farmers under the name POSILAC. RBGH makes cows sick and is also contaminate by pus.
Here are some links:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bovine_somatotropin
justbraise.com
google.com
Here are some links:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bovine_somatotropin
justbraise.com
google.com
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
How to eat healthy on a budget.(draft)
Trying to eat healthy on a tight budget seems impossible for some or most families who lives on a low-income.Making budget friendly choices and changing some of our shopping and food preparation techniques can lower our spending on expensive food and eliminating us from spending too much on fast food.There are many ways to eat healthy without going beyond our means or over spending.The first way is cook your own food at home,the second way is to make up a shopping list,and the third way is to grow a small vegetable garden.
Cooking our own food at home is cheaper and better for our health,rather than going out to eat at a restaurant.According to market researcher NPD group,restaurant outings fell three percent in 2008.Also according to the New york times,Institute of Culinary Education in New York saw a 32 percent increase in September and followed a 17 percent increase in October.These increase is showing family are really trying to cut back on spending alot of money going out to eat and spending time in the kitchen.Using a cook book to get recipe is also a good idea for new creations in the kitchen,the learning experience will have your food looking and tasting as good as the food in the restaurant maybe even better and healthier because your the one preparing the food and knowing that your using the best ingredients thats suitable for your family.Also cooking big meals and making extra to put in the refridgerator to use for later in the week for lunches and snacks for the children to carry to school.
Making a weekly shopping list is more convienent for us,so you don't over spend and buy things we don't need.Clipping out coupons out the of the weekly circular and magazines can save us alot on money on food, it might not seems that way but when you look at the receipt and see the savings after the deductions from the coupons you will be amazed.Choosing sale items and buying store brand instead of national brands like kraft,heinz,kellogs,etc is also a big money saver.You can also shop at cheaper supermarkets and compare prices.Also buying canned food and going to costco's to buy in bulk help saves money and less visit to the grocery stores,you can also buy whole food rather than packages that are ready cut which cost more.
You can cut your food bill by planting our own vegetable garden.Research shows that family with vegetable garden spends just $70 a year on it and grows an estimated $600 worth of vegetables.Gardening can be hard work, but the the outcome is great.Growing your own garden is healthy for your family, it's natural,fertilizer and pesticide free,with all the chemical that are used in our food it's better to grow your own food.
In conclusion eating healthy on a tight budget is not impossible , it can be done you just have to put your mind to it,try to make more time for the kitchen and planning your meals for the week to make life easier.
Cooking our own food at home is cheaper and better for our health,rather than going out to eat at a restaurant.According to market researcher NPD group,restaurant outings fell three percent in 2008.Also according to the New york times,Institute of Culinary Education in New York saw a 32 percent increase in September and followed a 17 percent increase in October.These increase is showing family are really trying to cut back on spending alot of money going out to eat and spending time in the kitchen.Using a cook book to get recipe is also a good idea for new creations in the kitchen,the learning experience will have your food looking and tasting as good as the food in the restaurant maybe even better and healthier because your the one preparing the food and knowing that your using the best ingredients thats suitable for your family.Also cooking big meals and making extra to put in the refridgerator to use for later in the week for lunches and snacks for the children to carry to school.
Making a weekly shopping list is more convienent for us,so you don't over spend and buy things we don't need.Clipping out coupons out the of the weekly circular and magazines can save us alot on money on food, it might not seems that way but when you look at the receipt and see the savings after the deductions from the coupons you will be amazed.Choosing sale items and buying store brand instead of national brands like kraft,heinz,kellogs,etc is also a big money saver.You can also shop at cheaper supermarkets and compare prices.Also buying canned food and going to costco's to buy in bulk help saves money and less visit to the grocery stores,you can also buy whole food rather than packages that are ready cut which cost more.
You can cut your food bill by planting our own vegetable garden.Research shows that family with vegetable garden spends just $70 a year on it and grows an estimated $600 worth of vegetables.Gardening can be hard work, but the the outcome is great.Growing your own garden is healthy for your family, it's natural,fertilizer and pesticide free,with all the chemical that are used in our food it's better to grow your own food.
In conclusion eating healthy on a tight budget is not impossible , it can be done you just have to put your mind to it,try to make more time for the kitchen and planning your meals for the week to make life easier.
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Facts about the food we eat.
I always wonder why $3 can give you meal at Mcdonalds but $3 can't buy a stem of brocolli at the supermarket. After watching Food Inc,it changed my mind on the whole fast food industry.I was raised in Jamaica where food is grown naturally without pesticides are fertilizer.Food Inc showed me how beef and chicken are being raised and processed.Cows are being fed corn and not grass to get fat in weeks instead of months to maintain these fast food restaurants,such as mcdonald's, burger king and wendy's etc.Cows are been slaughtered and process to make meat even if they are sick with E-coli. E-coli is a very dangerous disease that killed a two year old boy in July 2001.The way these factories process beef, makes it very unhealthy for us.
Chickens are being raised in a non-ventilated house that don't get cleaned on a daily basis they are also being fed corn and given antibiotics so their breast could be huge.After getting fed all these fertilizers they get so fat,it becomes difficult for them to carry their own weight they explode and die.The average of chicken that is being slaughtered per day is 32,000.
These big industries like Tyson and IBP sets up bus companies in mexico to transport these innocent people to work for them to pay them little money,and after working for these companies for 10 years or more these illeagal immigrants would get deported back home.So it makes wonder if slavery is still around?
Chickens are being raised in a non-ventilated house that don't get cleaned on a daily basis they are also being fed corn and given antibiotics so their breast could be huge.After getting fed all these fertilizers they get so fat,it becomes difficult for them to carry their own weight they explode and die.The average of chicken that is being slaughtered per day is 32,000.
These big industries like Tyson and IBP sets up bus companies in mexico to transport these innocent people to work for them to pay them little money,and after working for these companies for 10 years or more these illeagal immigrants would get deported back home.So it makes wonder if slavery is still around?
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