The people’s Democratic republic of Algeria

Saad Dahleb Blida University

Faculty of natural and life sciences
Agro-food department

Fast food and junck food. Is there any

difference? Can either be healthy

Presented by :
-Larfi Rym Dounia
-Sahraoui Imene
-Kherchache Ilhem
 work plan
Introduction
Definitions
DIFFERENCE
Fast Food and Junk Food: Can Either Be Healthy?
The effects of junk and fast food on the human body
Effect on the central nervous
Effect on the integumentary system (skin, hair, nails)
Effect on the skeletal system (bones)
Effects of fast food on society
CONCLUSION
Bibliographic reference
 Introductio
n
Fast food and Junk food is unhealthy food that is high in calories from
sugar or fat, with little dietary fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, or other
important forms of nutritional value. Precise definitions vary by purpose
and over time. Some high-protein foods, like meat prepared with
saturated fat, may be considered junk food.
 Definition
s
Both fast and junk foods are defined in many ways in various
dictionaries and culinary forums. Although slightly different, the essence
of these numerous definitions boils down to: Fast food is a type of food
you get from a restaurant designed to deliver the order in the quickest
possible way. Junk food is food with extremely low nutritional value,
sometimes called rich in ‘empty calories’. These definitions make it
perfectly clear that fast food can be both healthy and unhealthy. Junk
food, on the other hand, is decidedly not good for you. Please bear in
mind that some fast food places can serve junk food. The ‘junk’
component of the term refers to the nutritional value of a product. For
example, fries (and almost anything deep-fried and processed) can be
categorized as junk food. The amount of saturated fats in these products
significantly outweighs the amount of essential nutrients. Therefore,
they become ‘empty’ from the nutritional point of view.
 DIFFERENCE:
Fast food and junk food are not synonymous with each other. Many people are
confused between them, and they avoid healthy food options because of this
confusion.

Fast Food Junk Food

• Type of food which is prepared & served • Type of food which is prepared or
very quickly. packaged food
• In simple terms, food which is prepared • In simple terms, food which was pre
within no time or requires very less time is prepared and kept in packets or wrappers
called as the fast food. for selling is called as junk food.
• Are found in hotels,restraunts, hawker • Are found everywhere in packages.
stalls, etc.
• These foodstuffs stale at aslower rate as
• These foodstuffs stale at a faster rate as they are preserved in packets.
they are kept open to the atmosphere.
 Fast Food and Junk Food: Can Either Be Healthy?
While junk food decidedly cannot be healthy, fast food can, and often is, a rather good option for a quick meal.
However, this doesn’t mean that you should have lunch at McDonald’s every day. If you want to eat healthy and fast,
you must research menus of the restaurants nearby and assess every dish. A salad is fast food as well, and that is
sure to be healthy if it doesn’t include any processed products or fat seasonings. Another great option for a healthy fast
food is sushi. Sandwiches containing healthy ingredients and other similar foods are ‘in the green’ as well. This
includes healthy tacos and burritos. Even a veggie pizza seasoned with non-processed tomato sauce and olive oil is
healthy. So, as you can see, you can easily enjoy the majority of traditional fast foods as long as you buy them from
the right places. Bear this in mind if you want to eat healthy while traveling. In this case, you’ll need to work out a map
of food-stops beforehand to enjoy your trip completely. You also should understand that planning meal times well can
make any café a fast food place. As these businesses understand what regular mealtimes are, they usually pre-cook
some of the dishes to ensure they can serve them quickly. In addition, using some basic meal prep ideas will help you
ensure that your fridge always has some components for a quick and healthy meal. Therefore, you’ll be able to avoid
deciding between fast food and junk food as a good dinner is only a few minutes away. Dealing with Emotional Eating
with the Help of Healthy Snacks Dealing with Emotional Eating with the Help of Healthy Snacks However, junk food,
which makes up the majority of most popular snack types, is notoriously unhealthy. Therefore, if you want to keep your
body strong, you should stop yourself from grabbing that pack of Doritos from the shelf. You can replace these fat and
processed products with some healthy snacks. Remember this distinction between fast food and junk food and take
care to only feed your body with truly valuable dishes.
 The effects of junk and fast food on
the human body
Effect on the respiratory system • The extra pounds can put pressure
• Excess calories from fast-food on your heart and lungs and
meals can cause weight gain. This symptoms may show up even with
may lead toward obesity. little exertion. You may notice
difficulty breathing when you’re
• Obesity increases your risk for walking, climbing stairs, or
respiratory problems, including exercising.
asthma and shortness of breath. • For children, the risk of respiratory
problems is especially clear. One
study found that children who eat
fast food at least three times a
week are more likely to develop
asthma.
Effect on the central nervous
system Fast food may satisfy hunger in the short term, but long-term
results are less positive. People who eat fast food and processed
pastries are 51 percent more likely to develop depression than people
who don’t eat those foods or eat very few of them.
Effect on the reproductive system The
ingredients in junk food and fast food may
have an impact on your fertility. One study
found that processed food contains
phthalates. Phthalates are chemicals that
can interrupt how hormones act in your
body. Exposure to high levels of these
chemicals could lead to reproductive
issues, including birth defects.
 Effect on the integumentary system Effect on the skeletal system (bones)
(skin, hair, nails)
The foods you eat may impact your skin’s Carbs and sugar in fast food and processed food can
appearance, but it might not be the foods you increase acids in your mouth. These acids can break
suspect. In the past, chocolate and greasy foods like down tooth enamel. As tooth enamel disappears,
pizza have taken the blame for acne bacteria can take hold,
breakouts, but according to the Mayo Clinic, it’s and cavities may develop. Obesity can also lead to
carbohydrates. Carb-rich foods lead to blood sugar complications with bone density and muscle mass.
spikes, and these sudden jumps in blood sugar levels People who are obese have a greater risk for falling
may trigger acne. and breaking bones. It’s important to keep exercising
Discover foods that help fight acne. Children and to build muscles, which support your bones, and
adolescents who eat fast food at least three times a maintain a healthy diet to minimize bone loss.
week are also more likely to develop eczema,
according to one study.
Eczema is a skin condition that causes irritated
patches of inflamed, itchy skin.
Effects of fast food on society
Today, more than 2 in 3 adults in the United States are considered
overweight or obese. More than one-third of children ages 6 to 19
are also considered overweight or obese. The growth of fast food in
America seems to coincide with the growth of obesity in the United
States. The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) reports that the number
of fast food restaurants in America has doubled since 1970. The
number of obese Americans has also more than doubled. Despite
efforts to raise awareness and make Americans smarter
consumers, one study found that the amount of calories, fat, and
sodium in fast-food meals remains largely unchanged. As
Americans get busier and eat out more frequently, it could have
adverse effects for the individual and America’s healthcare system
 CONCLUSION
fast food and junk food is bad for your health. I feel that everyone hasto
not eat fast food regularly because this can cause illness and a lot of
weight gaining. These restaurants make there restaurants appealing
and very bright so you are tempted to go inside but that does not make
it any reason for you to go buy something from there. Also, one things
fast food industries should is stop making their advertisements directly
to children. Fast food has changed our nation and just keeps getting
bigger and bigger.
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