Questionnaire: Anna's Answers

I am happy that my friend Anna answered the questtionare I sent to some of my friends over Spring Break. These answers will help me create plans for the future.

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Q1. For some teens, processed food can make up as much as 30-40% of their diet. What do you think it impacts?

It impacts their health, making them less likely to participate in activities like sports.

Q2. According to my research the reason why teens buy fast food is because it is cheap, popular and available everywhere? What do you think about it?

That makes sense. Healthier food is a lot more expensive and less accessible to younger people.

Q3. National Diet and Nutrition Survey found that only 9% of teenagers ate their recommended five-a-day of fruit and veg.How do you think we can change that?

Teach them in school the repercussions of eating unhealthy and the benefits of eating the recommended five servings of fruit/vegetables a day.

Q4. We’re in the middle of a teenage malnutrition epidemic where junk food diets are depriving their brains of vital nutrients, how can we reverse this and make teenagers eat healthier?

Teach teenagers about benefits of eating healthier.

Q5. Poor nutrition is a leading cause of bad behavior, low academic results and high rates of teen depression. How can we educate people on the importance of teen nutrition?

Teach teenagers about benefits of eating healthier in school.

Q6. Age 13 to 18 is the period of growth spurts, frantic hormone activity and high academic stress – in fact, the body needs a higher amount of nutrients then more than at almost any other time of life. How important do you think it is to be eating healthy foods, especially at this age?

Eating healthy is important, but teenagers can enjoy unhealthy food as long as it is in moderation.

Q7. Research proves that healthy diet changes can make you less moody, improve concentration and allow you to live more active and healthy. How can we educate kids and teens about the importance of eating nutritious foods?

Teach teenagers about the benefits of eating healthier in school as a mandatory course.

Q8. Can parents be responsible in creating unhealthy eating habits for their children?

Yes.