Public Health
The current food system can be considered detrimental to the environment and to the health of people. This has resulted in more people getting involved in movements, such as going vegan, avoiding big brand products, and boycotting harmful industries and companies.
Do you think these boycotts are effective? Why or why not? Have you ever considered boycotting a harmful industry or company? Is abstaining from certain foods more accessible for some people? Explain.
What are some policies that the government can implement to reduce the unhealthful practices of food industries? What can governments do to keep these industries accountable? Do you believe that it is the government’s job to keep these industries accountable? What are some other ways we can make changes to the current food system? Do you believe that personal changes are enough?