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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.
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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
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