Twinkie vs. Carrot - Making Conscious Food Choices

Watch the Video:

Watch the video of Michael Pollan comparing a Twinkie to a carrot, and reflect on the implications of food choices for health.

 

 

Choose Your Snack:

After watching the video, choose a snack option that you would typically reach for during your shift. Ask yourself: Is it nutrient-dense and beneficial for my long-term well-being, or does it just offer quick energy without nutritional value?

Mindful Substitution:

If you tend to grab convenience snacks, make a conscious effort to choose healthier, whole food alternatives. For example, choose a fresh fruit, vegetable sticks, or nuts instead of processed, sugary snacks like a Twinkie.

Preparation:

Prepare these healthier snack options in advance for your shifts, so you’re more likely to reach for them when hunger strikes.

Execution:

Over the next week, integrate your healthier snack choices and track any changes in your mood, energy, or focus.

 

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Reflection Questions:

Mindful Choices:

After making intentional, healthier snack choices, how did you feel throughout your shift? Did you notice any differences in your energy or alertness?

Food vs. Fuel:

When choosing your snacks, how did you balance the idea of food as fuel versus food as a quick comfort or convenience?

Sustainability:

What changes did you experience after replacing quick, processed snacks with nutrient-dense alternatives? Did it affect your performance, and how could you continue to make these changes long term?