BIO 114 Counting Calories Discussion
BIO 114 Counting Calories Discussion
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Discussion 6 Counting Calories
Using the information that you have learned in the video, the NYT article, current chapter, and earlier in Chapter 3, address the following in your main post (~500 words):
1. What class of biological molecules does sugar belong to?
2. What are the most common types of sugars in our diet?
3. How do sugar molecules provide us with energy? What is the role of sugar in human evolution?
4. What are the dangers of consuming excess sugar?
BIO 114 Counting Calories Discussion
5. In terms of sugar consumption, what are potential dangers of processed foods and low-fat foods?
6. What other molecules (besides sugars) serve as a source of energy for our bodies?
7. Research suggests that obtaining (or keeping) a healthy weight is much more complex than just reducing caloric intake and exercising. Based on the information presented in the article, categorize different factors in three groups:
a. Factors contributing to weight gain
b. Factors contributing to weight loss
c. Factors not associated with either with weight loss or weight gain
8. Analyze your diet and life-style and make specific recommendations for yourself on how to achieve (or maintain) healthy weight.
ESSAY GUIDELINES -:
Write a 1000-1500-word essay addressing each of the following points. Be sure to completely answer all the questions for each bullet point. There should be two main sections, one for each bullet below. Separate each section in your paper with a clear heading that allows your professor to know which bullet you are addressing in that section of your paper.
Support your ideas with at least three (3) sources using citations in your essay. Make sure to cite using the APA writing style for the essay. The cover page and reference page in correct APA do not count towards the minimum word amount. Review the rubric criteria for this assignment.
Length: 1000-1500 words; answers must thoroughly address the prompts in a clear, concise manner.
Evaluation Criteria for Paper
(10%) Resources used as rationale for approaches and as sources of content
_____ 5. (20%) write paper in a scholarly manner
(4%) Format includes title page, body of paper, & reference page, with pages numbered
_____ 5. (20%) Write the Paper in a scholarly manner
(4%) Format includes title page, body of paper, & reference page, with pages numbered.
