We have so far tested foods and liquids for starch, glucose, and fats as part of our Chemistry of Food unit. This week we will test them for protein content. There is only 1 homework assigned this week as it is a 1 1/2 page paper due next Monday (November 10). Obesity is a huge problem in America today. There have been warnings that the life expectancy of Americans may actually decrease, in part due to obesity. Answer the following questions in each paragraph:
- What does the initials BMI stand for? What is your BMI? You can find answers to both questions at: http://www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi/. What is the BMI for an obese person? What do you think of your BMI being on your report card?
- Obesity is a huge problem in America today. What characteristics of American society contribute to obesity?
- Obesity is a problem right here in Twin Falls. What characteristics of Twin Falls contributes to obesity? Hint: Imagine riding your bicycle to the town library. What obstacles and dangers would you find? How many roads have bicycle lanes?
- Can you think of ways that schools contribute to obesity? Do schools tend to provide very healthy or mediocre food? What percentage of children walk or ride their bikes to school? How many bicycles are in the Xavier Charter School parking lot?
-Mr. Pfiester
