Q: Why do you think the United States consumes a higher percentage of prepared and fast foods compared to Western Europe?
A: In my opinion, we in the US consume such a high percentage of prepared and fast foods because it is convenient. As a society, we tend to be very rushed in whatever we do. Fast food is more inexpensive and easy to get. People who are considered "poor" lack the education they need to make proper nutritional choices. For example, studies have shown that the more fast food establishments there are in a particular area, the more unhealthy food choices people make.
Q: What do you think is the most important thing Americans should do about their diets?
A: Every American should eat more fresh foods!
Q: What is your opinion about the fast food industries?
A: McDonald's is one of the few fast food establishments that is making an effort to offer healthier choices on their menu such as salads and snack wraps. Also, an continuous change of restaurants (about 7-13) in the state of New York has to put the amount of calories in the food on their menus.
Q: What do you think the healthiest food to eat is?
A: I believe any type of berries for the fruit category and sweet potatoes for vegetables. Fish are also healthy but fish has a high level of mercury. In addition, eggs are great if you do not have high cholesterol.
Q: In your opinion, does exercise undo the effects of a nutritionally deficit diet?
A: I think the calories you take in can be worked off. There is 3500 calories in 1 pound so if you want to lose one pound a week, you need to lose 500 calories a day. Overall, you should not have to eliminate your favorite foods but eat smaller portions of your favorite foods.
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