Describe the effects of government policies and regulations on nutrition and wellness.
Description should include
- applicable government policies and regulations
- the effect of these policies and regulations on
- nutritious food choices (e.g., MyPlate Links to an external site., USDA National Agricultural Library Dietary Guidance Links to an external site.)
- food purchases (e.g., taxes, processing regulations)
- food distribution (e.g., food stamps, reduced-price and free breakfasts and lunches for school children, the USDA's Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children [WIC] Links to an external site.)
- food availability (e.g., access, safety)
- food storage and preparation equipment (e.g., health regulations, Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA] Links to an external site. regulations)
- school meals and snacks (e.g., the national school lunch program).
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- When should the government be involved in nutrition and wellness issues?
- How do government policies and regulations concerned with nutrition and wellness affect individuals, families, and society?
Communication
- How can the effectiveness of government policies and regulations on nutritious food choices be communicated?
- When does the federal government have a responsibility to protect citizens from harmful products and practices?
Leadership
- What food science and technology advances have government agencies regulated? Are these regulations fair to food producers, manufacturers, distributors, and consumers? Why, or why not?
- How can consumers influence government policies and regulations on nutrition and wellness?
Management
- How do government policies and regulations affect the choice of food preparation equipment and small appliances?
- How does government involvement affect the management of restaurants and other food service providers?
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