1. I have a synthesizing mind because I gathered most of my knowledge on America's dieting habits from outside sources such as newpaper and magazing articles and was able to put all of the acquired information into my own terms.

2. I have exemplified curiousity by researching thoroughly about obesity in America. I have read articles from all aspects and was able to understand the authors' different points of view. Also, I asked provocative questions that allowed the reader to think about my point of view and understand my beliefs on the subject.

3. Through developing my blog I realized how corrupt the food industry actually is. It is going to take a nation-wide revolution to make a difference in the way America eats. Overall, I have learned many nutrion tips that have already made me more cautious of what types of food I am putting into my body.

Who's to Blame?

Many people believe overeating and lack of exercise holds the ultimate blame for obesity across America, but recent studies prove the food industry to be at fault. The studies conclude that the food industry is following the tobacco industry’s pattern to ensure that we keep loading up on calories. All of the extra fat, salt, and sugar added to processed food makes it addicting and something we can't resist, similar to that of tobacco in cigarettes. American's have become addicted to food as early as childhood. The food industry is aware that the cheap junk food stocked on grocery store shelves is highly addictive and lacks nutrients, but what will it take for them to stop the production?

How Mac N' Cheese is Like a Cigarette

Deadliest Fast-Food

Have you ever wondered what that whopper or double baconator is doing to your body? Well, The Daily Beast recently compiled a list of the 40 most deadly fast-food meals. With America being well knows as a "fast food nation", it is easy to see why obesity is sweeping across the conutry. The criteria for the food on list was based equally among the calories, saturated fat, cholesterol, sodium, and sugar. "Only in America would Chicken McNuggets and large fries look like health food." To see the 1,330-calorie sandwhich and more of unhealthiest fast-food in America, just CLICK HERE.