Argumentative Essay: The Western Diet
Have you ever wondered why so many Americans are dying from heart disease and diabetes? The answer is simple; it's what Americans eat now, considered the Western diet. Back in the day, people ate whatever they could hunt, wild berries or any vegetables they could pick up on the way. The western diet started using high fructose corn syrup instead of sugar, domestic meat, grains and dairy. Now at any restaurant or fast food place, most food choices are unhealthy and processed. For example, whenever going to eat there’s always a variety of burgers, fries and fried chicken; but, what about salads and vegetables? Not knowing risk factors or ways to correct eating habits could run people's life span down. There has been controversy about the right
and wrong ways Americans eat, however, the best solution is to cut out processed foods, cut out white flour and eat more colorful foods.
and wrong ways Americans eat, however, the best solution is to cut out processed foods, cut out white flour and eat more colorful foods.