Junk Food should be banned from schools

Framework The BoP is mainly on Pro, a bit on Con. I will be making about 2 arguments, ••PLAN••/ Argument 1: Other things that are better than junk foods. There is not much of a need to eat junk food. Kids get lured in junk food. But there is a much better plan. In three articles, mostly the same, there are 13- 16 foods that are more tastier than junk foods. I’m going to skip some. 1. Strawberries: “They are an excellent source of vitamin C, manganese, folate and potassium, as well as various antioxidants and plant compounds. Eating strawberries has been linked to improved heart health, better blood sugar control and cancer prevention. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]” 2. Blueberries: “It also contains high amounts of many vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, vitamin K and manganese. Blueberries are an antioxidant superfood. They may protect against oxidative damage and chronic diseases, and have also been shown to improve memory in older adults [6], [7], [8], [9], [10]” 3. Dark Chocolate: Dark chocolate is loaded with fiber and antioxidants, as well as minerals such as iron, magnesium, copper and manganese [11]. Plant compounds in dark chocolate have been shown to lower blood pressure, protect against heart disease, improve brain function and protect the skin against the sun’s harmful UV-rays [12], [13], [14], [15], [16], [17] 4. Almonds: “Almonds are packed with antioxidants. They also provide large amounts of fiber, protein and several vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E, manganese and magnesium. Almonds may lower blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as reduce the oxidation of LDL-cholesterol. All of these are risk factors for heart disease [18], [19], [20], [21]. ” 5. Pistachios: “As a source of powerful antioxidants, pistachios have been linked with health benefits such as improved blood fats, decreased oxidized LDL-cholesterol, decreased inflammation and reduced blood sugar levels [22], [23], [24]. ” 6. Cherries: “Cherries are low in calories, but high in various nutrients like fiber and vitamin C. They also contain many antioxidants and plant compounds. ” 7. Mangoes: “They are relatively low in calories and have glycemic index values ranging from low to medium, which means that they should not cause major spikes in blood sugar levels. Mangoes are high in plant compounds and antioxidants, and may contribute to a reduced risk of oxidative damage and many chronic diseases, such as cancers [25]. ” 8. Cheese: “It is highly nutritious as well as rich in several vitamins and minerals like calcium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, selenium and zinc. Cheese and other dairy products are linked with improved bone health, and may be valuable in the battle against osteoporosis, a disease characterized by bone loss and an increased risk of fractures [26], [27]. ” 9. Avocados: “They are also a great source of B-vitamins, vitamin K, potassium, copper, vitamin E and vitamin C. Eating avocados is very beneficial for heart health, as it may reduce blood cholesterol and triglycerides up to 22%, while raising the “good” HDL cholesterol [28], [29]. ” 10. Popcorn: “Not many people know that popcorn is actually a whole grain. Whole grains may also be useful for weight loss, and may help with weight maintenance [30], [31]. ” Just make sure to avoid the unhealthy popcorn varieties that are loaded with refined oils. ” 11. Sweet Potatoes: They are a great source of vitamin A (from beta-carotene) and contain decent amounts of vitamin C, as well as other vitamins and minerals. Sweet potatoes also contain several antioxidants and may reduce oxidative damage in the body, potentially helping to reduce the risk of cancer. One white variety may also help moderate blood sugar levels [32], [33]. ” 12. Yogurt: “Consumption of yogurt has been associated with both improved bone health and reduced blood pressure [34], [35]. These probiotic bacteria are linked with many health benefits such as an enhanced immune system, lower cholesterol, improved digestion and synthesis of various B- and K-vitamins in the digestive system [36], [37], [38], [39], [40] 13. Watermelon: Watermelons and watermelon juice may lower blood pressure, increase insulin sensitivity and reduce muscle soreness after exercise. [41], [42], [43], [44]. ” Conclusion of Plan: I showed you 13 different healthy, and tasty foods which are better than junk food. Because of these foods, there is no need to eat junk food. Lets think of some. Yogurt with bluberries, strawberries, and almonds in! There are many healthy ways to eat in these foods, and they are much more tasty then junk food [45]. (Quotes are ally from the source [45]. ) Argument 2: Junk Food is bad for children’s health A lot of studies show that junk food is bad for your health. There are 20 foods that you should avoid [46]. These are the following: Sugary Drinks (Sodas); Many sodas have artifical flavor, sweeteners, and carbonated water. ”The sweetener may be sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, fruit juice, sugar substitutes (in the case of diet drinks), or some combination of these. Soft drinks may also contain caffeine, colorings, preservatives, and other ingredients [47]. ” Pizzas: Pizza is high in salt [48]. Total Fat for a 1107g pizza is 118.67 g. This is over 10% [49]. Pizza is a fast food. Fruit Juices: “Many fruit juices are actually little more than fruit-flavored sugar water. In fact, fruit juice contains just as much sugar as a sugary drink like Coke or Pepsi, and sometimes even more [50]. Vegetable Oil: There are many serious concerns with these oils. They are highly sensitive to oxidation and cause increased oxidative stress in the body. They have also been linked to increased risk of cancer [51], [52], [53], [54], [55]. ” Maragine: “It is loaded with artificial ingredients, and is usually made with industrial vegetable oils that have been hydrogenated to make them more solid. This increases their trans fat content significantly. ” Cookies, Cakes: “They are generally made with refined sugar, refined wheat flour and added fats, which are often disturbingly unhealthy fats like shortening (high in trans fats). ” French fries, Potato chips: These foods are very high in calories, and it is easy to eat excessive amounts. Several studies link consumption of french fries and potato chips with weight gain [56], [57]. ” Ice Cream: “Unfortunately, it is also one of the unhealthiest. Most commercial ice cream is loaded with sugar. Ice cream is also high in calories, and it is very easy to eat excessive amounts. Eating it for dessert is even worse, because then you’re adding it all on top of your total calorie intake. ” Candy Bars: “They are high in sugar, refined wheat flour and processed fats. They are also very low in essential nutrients. ” Processed Meat: “Studies show that people who eat processed meats have a higher risk of many serious diseases, including colon cancer, type 2 diabetes and heart disease [58], [59]. ” Processed Cheese: “Cheese is healthy. However, processed cheese products are nothing like regular cheese. They are mostly made with filler ingredients that are combined and engineered to have a similar look and texture as cheese. ” Fast Food: Here are the bad things of fast food that can harm your body [60]. High Calorie Coffee Drinks: However, because this debate is about schools, we need to remove the ones which students don’t eat. Like Maragine, I never even heard about it. I heard butter though. So many people don’t actually eat it. Here is the list of what children mostly eat: Sugary Drinks, Pizzas, Fruit Juices, Cookies, Cakes, French Fries, Potato Chips, Ice Cream, Candy Bars, Processed Meat, Processed Cheese, Fast Food. 10/12 of these foods are fast foods. Cheese is a ingredient of a fast food, also meat, because first, they are bad, when actually need to be healthy. Also it goes in hamburgers. (All quotes are from [61]) There are other reasons why Junk food and Fast Food are bad, like Depression, Sodium, Diabetes, etc. [62], [63], [64]. Conclusion As I proved that Junk Food should be banned from schools, vote for Pro! My third argument will be in the next round. Sources in following link: . http://www.debate.org...;