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The relationship between meat consumption and the rising obesity rates…
The relationship between meat consumption and the rising obesity rates among Americans.
History and culture of American meat consumption
It has been debated for years as to what has been the main contributor to the meat culture in America. Some believe it is for the profits in the industry, while others argue that there are deep religious ties to meat.
America is known around the world as a ‘meat and potatoes’ country. This has helped lead to mass amounts of overeating by Americans of meat products
The arrival of fast food chains brought on the production and distribution on a mass scale of processed meat. Processed meat is exceptionally unhealthy as the companies who make it are doing whatever they can to scrape every cent away from the consumer.
Many Americans use fast food chains like McDonald's, Wendy’s, and Burger King to supplement their protein intake, as it is always the more cost-effective option, but that does do what people believe.
With the entrance of vegetarian and vegan thought meat has started to become looked down upon by some people, still not the majority of Americans, thus creating communities who strive to create healthy and clean meat-free meals.
Relationship between meat consumption and obesity
There is a clear significant positive correlation between meat consumption and obesity. The data shows that as an individual’s meat consumption increases, so does their capacity to become obese.
The study of people’s body mass indexes and waist circumferences provided factual data that proved the correlation between the two.
Many people take meat as a healthy and useful product because of the protein it provides; many people also like the taste that red meat can provide; so it is essential to spread the word on the pitfalls of eating meat
Scientist argues that the correlation between meat consumption and obesity is so prevalent that it is more prevailing than the relationship between sugar consumption and obesity.
Proceeded meat is very cheap and is to get whether at a fast food chain or at a grocery store. The majority of Americans of thinking of being cost-effective when they are eating, therefore with these meats being so cheap and easily accessible, it is clear to see how that can lead to obesity.
The U.S. produces the most amounts of beef in the world, helping to contribute to this issue. The fact that all this meat is right here ‘in our backyard’ is always a reason why this is such a prevalent issue.
Counter-arguments
Certain meats offer a source of protein with few carbs and fats such as chicken, Turkey, and select fish
Cost of chicken in the U.S. is low, so why not get that instead of meat
Aqua farmed fish can be cultivated at meager costs, using little water and food
Meat makes up the majority of protein in an American diet; therefore Americans would need to make a conscious decision to avoid red meat
Meat is readily accessible to many Americans, making it a cheap option for low-income families.
Beef is a versatile protein, making it a flavorful addition to most meals
Importance of this issue to the community
This is very important to the community because obesity is an issue that plagues a lot of Americans currently.
As a ‘meat and potatoes’ culture, it is incumbent upon us to change that if we want to strive to make a difference. Americans are known around the globe as big meat eaters.
Will help people who want to eat healthier and are worried about their meat consumption.
Essential to the vegetarian and vegan community as it highlights what they have been fighting for, for years.
Terrible for the environment.
Solutions
Cut out all red and processed meat for the rest of your life.
Reduce your meat intake consumption; start switching to cost-effective, healthy alternatives like chicken, fish, and eggs.
Spread awareness and continue to make it known what the pitfalls of eating meat are.
If you are going to eat red meat, save up and buy organic meat that is certified clean.
Cutting back on the amount of meat produced in America would help the environment and with less meat being here that will help this problem.
Miscellaneous
Is there any possible solution through GMO usage?
What is the best method for me to reach my target audience?
Who is my target audience?
People who are concerned with their weight and overall meat consumption