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 * HELLO WELCOME TO MY PAGE.
 * I AM MICHAEL HECKMAN AND WORK FOR HEALTHY LIVING IN THE FOOD EDUCATION DEPARTMENT.
 * READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION ABOUT BETTER CHOICES AND POOR CHOICES AT McDONALDS.



__ They following questions were based off of the film “Super Size Me” __

__ The Film discussed portion sizes and serving sizes. What are sensible portion sizes compared to today’s supersize portions? How have portion sizes changed over the years? __ - The original McDonalds size was smaller than today’s small size. - Since American’s have been becoming more obese over the years, they made meal sizes to accommodate to the size of the people eating them. __ The film compares the current fast food revolution to the tobacco industry. What were they discussing and how does it relate to fast food? __ - Both industries are addicting and they are very un-healthy - They argued that tobacco is equally bad for you compared to the fast food industry __ What changes did Morgan Spurlock go through during his McDonald-ization? __ - He gained over 20 pounds - He became addicted to eating McDonalds - He was sad and depressed when he wasn’t eating it - He was exhausted after walking a few flights of stairs __ How does McDonalds try to lure young children? __ - They showcase Ronald McDonald in Cartoons - They offer toys with the meals that they sell - They advertise their products on channels that kids watch



__Click Below if You want to see the charts for better choices at McDonalds__