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Topic 34: What is the difference between traditional food and fast food?
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Topic 34: What is the difference between traditional food and fast food?
(food is supplied quickly after ordering (time-conscious people), (those who live independently ) (those who lead a sedentary lifestyle ) (preserve local and traditional food ); (highly processed), (prepared in an industrial fashion),(standard ingredients cooking methods), (food engineering) ; ( uniformity), (preserve freshness); (low cost), (uniform flavor ); (addictives ). (reduce nutritional value); (very dense in calories), (gain weight); ( diversity), (local ingredients harvested in season) ; (family reunions) (friends' gatherings) ; ( take longer to prepare traditional meals); Fast food has come under fire over the past decade, following people's growing concern on health, when people's eating habits have shown a tendency to favour fast food; larger numbers of studies have been concentrated on its adverse impact. Below is an outline of some differences between fast food and traditional meals, Fast food is distinguished from traditional food mainly by the selection of ingredients and cuisines, As distinct from a traditional meal, which has its emphasis on diversity and richness of flavour, taste and choice, fast food is well-known for its high levels of salt, fat and sugar and heavy reliance on meat, such as chicken and beef. When fast foods are processed and prepared for those time-minded eaters who are eager to relieve hunger, traditional foods are diverse and varying. Fast foods might not vary significantly throughout a country, but traditional foods are diversified due to ethnic diversity. That's why fast foods are very often thought to have direct threats on local cuisines. Another problem found in the regular consumption of fast food is the high risk of obesity. A typical fast food meal has a very high energy density, much higher than a traditional meal. In many outlets, the choice is so limited that it's virtually impossible to select a combination of items with even a moderate energy density. Many popular fast food menu items are unhealthy, so excessive consumption can lead to obesity. It is one of the main reasons why many fast food chains have now incorporated healthier alternatives in their menu, e. g. , salads and fresh fruit. McDonald's is a telling example. Moreover, it is important to realize that a traditional meal has many of its cultural and social meanings. Although fast food is recognized for its convenience and saving people from the routine of home cooking, meanwhile it discourages people from preparing deliberate meals for their families and friends. People are thus less likely to spend time talking to each other. Having a traditional meal is of importance in many social situations, and can be taken as a unifying element in family life, bringing people together in times of trouble and in times of joy. As suggested above, the fast food, although cheap and convenient, has its shortcomings and a diet high in fast foods can increase a person's risk of gaining weight and other health problems. In terms of health, its impact on cuisine, community spirits and family solidarity, the real costs of convenient foods are shockingly high. 1 1. Under fire=embattled=under attack=debated 2. Cuisine=style of cooking=cookery=knowledge of preparing good food 3. Richness=diversity=variety 4. Varying=changing=altering 5. Outlet=store=restaurant=shop 2 |
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