Recently
Mr. Brece Clark, spoke to all sixth grade students at West Middle School on the
topic of healthy food choices.
Mr.
Clark emphasized to the students that certain health conditions such as
cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes are influenced by a diet consisting
of large amounts of saturated fats and cholesterol. Mr. Clark showed how
overtime obesity rates have increased. Mr. Clark’s research indicates that fast
foods and fried foods contribute to this troubling trend.
But
Mr. Clark did not dwell on the negative. Instead he inspired our students to
make more plant-based food choices. Eating more fruits and vegetables and
limiting our consumption of processed foods, sugar and meats can effectively
reduce our chances of developing conditions that put our health at risk.
Basing
our diets on plant-based foods (also including grains, beans and nuts) is being
highly recommended by nationally-recognized nutritionalists.
West
thanks Mr. Clark for his informative presentation. The students asked great
questions and discussed Mr. Clark's presentation with one another throughout
the day.
Mr.
Clark' s presentation on making healthier food choices certainly gives us a lot
to think about. He emphasized that even making small changes in our diet can
have great effects.
Mr.
Clark continues to be an excellent resource for West Middle School and all
students are encouraged to examine their diets to see if wiser choices can be
made to safeguard their health and our environment.
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