Food Additive Exploration Expectations for this assignment: This will be an exploration into the additives that are used in foods. To complete this assignment you will do the following: Explore the use of food additives from the perspective of a Scientist and of a Consumer. Begin with some background information found in the links and the videos. Responses to the questions asked will need to be written on paper and turned in for grading. Finally,
Background Information https://youtu.be/t8ZKOV71GJA Food Additives Gross Out Click the links above to explore the additives that are used in the foods we eat and their purposes. View the clips for more insight. Answer the question at the completion of your exploration. https://youtu.be/rrAeflOiOts What is your initial reaction to the information about food additives? https://youtu.be/3qdnnhgu4FE
YOUR MAIN BELIEF ABOUT FOOD ADDITIVES IS THAT IF USED IN A RESPONSIBLE WAY THEY CAN BE BOTH BENEFICIAL AND SOLVE WORLD FOOD ISSUES. 1. What are the benefits of food additives? 2. What are the risks of food additives? 3. Do the benefits outweigh the risks and why? Scientist Perspective Assume you were a Food Scientist and Answer the following questions.
Consumer Perspective WHAT THE CONSUMER NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT FOOD ADDITIVES You are a concerned consumer who wants to know more about food additives and how they affect the health of your family. 1. What should the consumer know about food additives? 2. What are the benefits of food additives from the consumer perspective? 3. What are the risks of food additives from the consumer perspective? 4. Should there be a limit to the number of additives allowed in each food?
Applying What you learned… Analyze the food labels of 5 foods that you eat most often. With each label look for food additives. Complete the chart below. Food Item Researched Additive Purpose of Additive Reaction after doing Exploration 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Success!!! You have completed the tasks for the food additive exploration. Final Thought: As the consumer you should be aware of the foods that you eat and the possible effects. Be an informed consumer!!!!