Look before you eat

Looks at the relationship between eating habits and health by showing students who volunteer to reduce the amount of sugar, salt and fat in their diets and then report the results. Examines the roles of the food industry, fast food chains and vending machines in determining what foods are available., Explains how the food industry and advertising influence the eating habits of Americans, stressing the importance of eating foods of high nutritional value instead of junk food. Gives a brief sketch of the negative effects of excessive sugar, salt, and fat consumption and compares sugar consumption of Americans with that of other nations. Presents the comments and advice of several nutritionists and the comments of a group of students who lowered their consumption of sugar, salt, and fat for several weeks., Offers a look at the relation between eating habits and health by showing students who try to reduce the amount of sugar, salt, and fat in their diet, and then report on the results.