Task
Introduction
Fast food is a quick and easy meal for families on the go. In a society that is go, go and go faster quick easy meals are almost the norm. It is estimated that over 51% of families eat fast food for at least 2 meals every week. In this Web Quest we will explore several webpage's and research the nutritional values of the food you are eating almost daily.
The Quest
"We must pay greater attention to keeping our bodies and minds healthy and able to heal. Yet we are making it difficult for our defenses to work. We allow things to be sold that should not be called food. Many have no nutritive value and that lead to obesity, salt imbalance, and allergies".
David Suzuki
Off the top of your head list anything that you deem as "not food" that you have been served at a fast food restaurant?
In this Web Quest we will explore several websites to gain a better understanding of what we are consuming, the nutritional value of what we are eating and what alternatives there are on different menus.
Process
Part One - What is in there?
In this Web Quest you will be working individually.
First lets get some basics out of the way answer the following questions.
Use the following websites - http://becomehealthynow.com/article/minerals/772
1. What are Calories?
2. What is Sodium?
3. How many grams of sodium should the average adult have each day?
(convert to milligrams to grams) mg _____________ grams ____________
Use the following website to help with the conversion - http://thecalculatorsite.com/common/mg-to-g.php
4. Too much sodium can lead to what?
5. List the the foods that are high in sodium -
Snacks_________________________________________________________________ (list 2)
Condiments______________________________________________________________(list 4)
Pickled Foods ___________________________________________________________(list 2)
Processed Foods_________________________________________________________(list 3)
Salted Seasoning_________________________________________________________(list 2)
6. List the best 3 ways to reduce sodium in your diet.
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7. List the best 3 ways to season your food?
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Part Two - What does Fast Food really have to offer?
Use the Internet information linked below to answer the basic questions of the menu items provided.
http://www.starbucks.com/menu/nutrition
Caramel Frappuccino Blended Beverage Whipped Cream, 2% milk (Grande - 16 oz)
Total Fat: __________ Total Sugar ____________
Caramel Frappuccino Light Blended Beverage
Total Fat: __________ Total Sugar ____________
http://.bk.com/en/us/menu-nutrition/index.html
Main - Whopper with No Pickle, Onion or Tomatoes - Calories ________ Sodium _______ Fat ________
Side - Medium Fries - Calories ________ Sodium _______ Fat ________
Drink - Medium Cola - Calories _________ Sugar _________
http://www.subway.com/nutrition/nutritionlist.aspx
Sandwich - 12 inch Roast Beef on Italian with American Cheese, Black Olives, Mayo and Tomatoes: &
