Food


 * =Discussion topic= || =Things to remember when joining a discussion.= ||
 * Discussions provide an opportunity for teachers and students to **Speak Out**. Do remember that you are representing not only yourself, but also your school and country.

Description and target group: **M & S** Food is like fuel for our bodies. If we eat well, we perform well. If we eat poorly, we perform poorly, just like when you put the wrong type of gas in your car. You most certainly are what you eat! || * Use your best writing, no slang. This is not IM, but a discussion. Not every person will be a native English speaker. What is your favorite food and why?
 * Disagree courteously.
 * Never insult others.
 * Avoid meaningless comments like "me too" or "I agree", instead add meaningful reasons why! ||
 * **Please answer the following questions:**

What is junk food? Is your favorite food considered to be junk food?

Why do you think it is important to eat healthfully?

What do you think about McDonald's offering green apples in their Happy Meals instead of French fries?

Are you a good cook? Why or why not? What is your favorite thing to cook?

If you do like a certain junk food, research a healthy alternative recipe online. Please share it with your friends and classmates! || **Discussion target groups:** Each discussion can invite as many participant target groups as desired.
 * **T** - teachers only
 * **S** - secondary (teens) only
 * **M** - middle (10-13) only
 * **E** - elementary (up to 10)
 * **A** - ALL - discussion invites everyone to participate
 * Teachers may comment in all discussions ||
 * My favorite food is tacos, burritos, etc. I like these because there is so many different flavors.**


 * Junk food is something you usually something your parents would ever feed to you for a meal and something that has nothing healthy in it at all. No my favorite food is not a junk food.**


 * It's important to eat healthy so you have protein and vitamins in your body. You should always eat healthy and be active.**


 * I think they are giving kids a choice but what kid (besides me) is going to pick French fries over apples. I pick apples so i can be healthy!**


 * I think i could be a good cook. I am only good when i'm with someone. My favorite food to cook is Chinese food.**


 * Yes, I am a good cook. I like to cook breakfast for my family eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, and more! My favorite thing to cook is cakes and pastries.**


 * Tayler L**
 * 1. My favorite food is sushi because I like everything in it and it tastes very good. **


 * 2. Junk food is food that is not very healthy for you. My favorite food isn't junk food. **


 * 3. It is important to eat healthy so you have energy and your body feels good. **


 * 4. I think that its good that you can have a healthier choice for your side. **


 * 5. I think I'm a good cook because I have never really messed things up when I cook and I think the food tastes pretty **
 * good. My favorite thing to cook is brownies. **

**Matthew v** **1. My favorite food is steak because it is very flavorful and tasty.**

**2. Junk food is food filled with sugar and things unhealthy my food isn't junk food**

**3. It is important to eat healthy so you can get energy and help you body stay healthy**

**4. Its a hard decision because their french fries are so tasty**

**5.I think i'm a good cook because iv'e never really messed anything up. my favorite thing to cook is cake**


 * Tyler H**
 * 1. My favorite food is bacon and chicken because they're tasty and awesome**


 * 2.Junk food is unhealthy and filled with sugar and fat. No, mine is not junk food.**


 * 3.It is very important to eat healthy to lead a strong, nutritious, happy life.**


 * Aaron M**
 * 1.My favorite food is Italian, pizza or pasta because you can do so much with it,**


 * 2.Junk food is very unhealthy for you, containing much grease, bad for body.**


 * 3. I believe it's a great idea for McDonalds to have apples as well as fries.**


 * Michael M**
 * 1. My favorite food is Asian, Japanese, and Chinese, i like sushi, egg rolls, brown rice, and a lot more.**


 * 2. I don't get why people eat greasy unhealthy food. No not at all.**


 * 3.Some places such as McDonalds are now getting better food in the happy meals.**


 * Liam M**
 * 1. My favorite food is pasta, because I love sausage and sauce in them.**
 * 2. It is important to eat healthy because its very bad, and too much can damage.**


 * Morgan L**
 * 1.My favorite food is waffles because they are delicious and they go good with bacon**
 * 2.Junk food is anything with a lot of sugar, fat, and oil. Waffles are not junk food!!!**
 * 3.It's important to eat healthy so you can have enough energy to do the stuff you like to do.**
 * 4. I think McDonald's is offering apples to make kids eat healthier.**
 * 5.I don't think I'm a good cook because I end up burning myself every time, but I like making waffles.**