The Most Dangerous Drug

The worst drug I know, is Crystal Meth. Its affects on a human's physical health is what scares me most - using extremely harmful toxins to create a drug that totally overrides your bodily functions, and lowers one's physical health. Also, its extremely addictive - because of that the consequences of taking Crystal Meth are harsh (imprisonment, fine, and social casualties). I know none who have taken this drug,; however from the media, many have gone down...

Carbon Footprint!

Analysis:

Strengths and Weaknesses

To start of this post, I'd like to present my weakness in accordance to the carbon footprint quiz I took quite a while ago. Although aware of the goods, house/food habits, I am oblivious of the damage I'm apparently causing towards our planet. In reference to the above graphs from the carbon footprint website, you could see that my weaknesses match those of and some higher than the country average - changes need to be made, healthier habits need to be taken into action/consideration.

For the past two years, I haven't been a part of the urban hubbub as much as some people are - I instead, walk to places I want to go, and avoid from riding carbon emitting vehicles. Compared to the country average, I'm doing pretty well.

Reflection:
In past classes and schools, I've done such quizzes and have "unknowingly" been monitoring my carbon emitting habits/stats. I believe such quizzes are very helpful in raising awareness of how we as individuals are affecting our only home.

9/3/2010 - Class Discussion

In class, we started off presenting the human health and environmental issues of several substances used in our societies today. All went well (me and my partner discussed the hazards of PLASTICS). Later on, our class held a debate on "Palm Oil...Biodiversity". On one side of the discussion, there were those who were pro "development (economic)"; the other, pro "biodiversity". In the end, it seemed as if those who were pro for development over the importance of saving biodiversity won.
Look forward for more class discussions like this one...

Personal Food & Exercise Analysis: Week Day

Analysis of My Diet

Weekend

General Overview of My Diet:
According to USDA - CNPP's analysis of my weekend diet, I achieved a satisfactory grade for almost all categories. I lacked the recommended intake for all categories, only eating up to half of what is recommended. I guess from this analysis, I now know that i have to place greater emphasis on my weekend diet.

Nutrients Analysis:
USDA - CNPP's analysis of my weekend nutritional intake, surprisingly shows that I'm meeting my recommended nutrient goals despite the fact that i am not meeting my recommended calorie intake. Calories need to be my main focus for future weekends, without it, i lack the required energy to carry out my daily activities. Vitamin E may be another thing i need to focus on; from what i know, vitamin e effects my immune functions, and skin condition.


Exercise Analysis:
According to USDA - CPP's analysis of my physical activity, I performed well, and burned a decent amount of calories. This is all thanks to my frequent workout routine during weekends and weekdays. I shall maintain this score throughout each week.


Weekday

General overview of my diet:
Compared to my weekends, i seem to do much better during weekdays. I get a full grade for most of my food group goals; HOWEVER, the analysis shows that i may have eaten too much - i've exceeded my sodium, cholesterol and total fat intake - this could potentially harm me.

Nutrients Analysis:

Personal Food and Exercise Analysis: Weekend

Stressors & De-Stressors

What stresses you?
- Homework
- Social disputes
- Family disputes
- Exams
- Presentations/Speeches
- Last-minute decision making
What de-stresses you?
- Music
- Playing my guitar
- Exercise
- Time spent with friends
- Food
- Sleep
- Free weekends/days