Tyler

=**//Focus Question(s): __How are the sugary sweets of deliciousness (chocolate) affecting the health of children, and adults today?__//**=

How much chocolate could you eat in a year? Take a guess. Well, in 2001, all the Americans (nobody else) had consumed over 3 //**__billion__**// pounds of CHOCOLATE However, think about what all those sweet, melt-in-your-mouth goodness can do to your health. Think back, the last time you ate some chocolate. The taste was very invigorating. The milk chocolate was such creamy goodness. The moment it touched your tongue, it had you captivated in its flavor. It was so delicious and it also melted in your mouth, but after it's gone, you want more. You think that it will just be a quick taste. You eat it a second time, but you NEED more after. That's how it all begins. However, there is a way to escape one of the most intense and invigorating known to man (and woman). You'll have to eat in moderation.

Trying to eat chocolate in moderation is the best way to save your health. Think about all the ingredients in the bar. Before you just inhale, or devour it, think about what the right amount is. Maybe you don't trust yourself to think of the portions, so get a trustful and reliable friend that can help you with your craving. However, some people, even though they have the right portion, they still eat it way too quickly, and they don't really enjoy the taste. Try to make that small amount last a long time (P.S. don't go over board like my cousin, William. He licked it until it was gone. It took him 3 hours.). If you use this method, I guarantee that you will see a difference from last time you ate some chocolate. If you try this method., then maybe you can change your life!!!!!



Whenever you see chocolate in the stores, then you probably ask your parents, right? Whenever they say no, then instead of going into the begging, maybe you should ask why. Maybe they'll tell you that it's because they don't want to lose money, and hearing that the cash that buys your food is at stake, you just stay quiet. However, it is actually the fact that if you eat it too much, then you'll get unhealthy. Think about you're future if you stay way too overweight. The way to act, is to hold yourself back when you see chocolate. Whenever you see chocolate, during a craving, then think what it would be like to be obese. That will help you a lot. __//**<<<<<--Say no to this!!!!**//__

If you are in absolute need for the scrumptious, delicious, piece of heavenly flavor, then maybe you could try a healthy alternative that has less sugar and calories. If you see chocolate during a crave, then maybe you should try to look for a chocolate flavor yogurt, or maybe some chocolate milk (try to find one that doesn't have a boatload of sugar or artificial flavor). Remember, just because you use these healthy alternatives, doesn't mean that you can go overboard. When you try the healthy alternatives, then maybe you can try to only eat the alternatives if you are in ultimate craving mode. However, think about what you would do if you don't use these methods.

Chocolate contains the following: cocoa butter, sugar, Phenylethylamine (a chemical that triggers your love), and Xanthine (which is a chemical that is like the compound caffeine). Do you really want to put all that horrendous stuff in your system? Well, I am going to need you to try my method of moderation. Spread the word, help your friends, and we can accomplish the task of saving the world from obesity. In conclusion, all people in this world needs is guidance, and if we let them achieve what they need (guidance), then their diet will succeed.

(Photo #1: Hershey's) http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4134/4896808710_a7261330fc.jpg

(Photo #2: Skull) http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3424/3376533303_0664ddd058.jpg

(Photo #3:COOKIES) http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_cP3Pd1BRVXc/RdMotCbwHeI/AAAAAAAAAbE/rKIPW...please.jpg

(Photo #4: Chocolate Milk) http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2723/4127813144_9c479d9097.jpg