Wow, I Didn't Know...

...that title is said with a sarcastic tone. I read this article today and thought well, duh. If the adult portions are unhealthy then what makes anyone think the kids' options are any healthier? Because they serve apples slices made to look like fries? Kids are still eating a fatty salty burger or chicken nubbins. We need FAST RAW FOOD restaurants (a dream) for those looking for convenience and healthy options because McDonald's and Wendy's aren't the type of places that come to mind when looking for good eats. Kudos to those trying to make a change but we're a loooooooooong ways away from seeing any real change.

Comments

RisibleGirl said…
I don't think we're going to see that sort of thing anytime soon for a couple of reasons. Fast food restaurants keep the cost low by providing easy to cook 'meals'. Raw food is a lot of work from what I can tell by reading your blog. :)

Also, most kids just won't eat the stuff. Heck, I have a hard enough time getting BJ to eat vegetables. At the end of the day, when you're a parent, you want something easy, quick and something your kids will eat.
August 4, 2008 at 11:05 AM
Annieofbluegables said…
Great dream though. I would like it. Instead, I am supporting our "farmer's market" here in town. It consists of a wagon under an umbrella on an empty lot with lots of yummy fresh stuff imported from "up north". I feel so privileged to even get that much in this tiny desert town.

~a
August 4, 2008 at 11:48 AM
Charis said…
That's a beautiful dream!!! Ahhh, I so want that!
August 4, 2008 at 12:08 PM
sarabethxvx said…
I am with you all the way... What people eat sometimes without even thinking about it is appaling!
Also I will be skipping dehydrating the sunflower seeds too. I mean if I am gonna d'drate them after they are mixed anyway why would I dry them twice???
August 4, 2008 at 12:18 PM
Anonymous said…
Interesting - they're showing one of the US Biggest Losers seasons over here right now. Last episode they were sent home for a week, one guy took his kid for a meal, and the kid's portion just about covered the table. I remember thinking 'holy crap, man, are you kidding me?' Obviously not... :)
August 4, 2008 at 1:15 PM
Leora said…
I'm afraid I'll have to echo what risiblegirl said. We've been to vegan restaurants, and we're lucky if my kids find one thing they're willing to eat. Then we have to hear the complaints for months to come...

But it might be nice for adults. Yes, the farmer's market does come close to that.
August 4, 2008 at 1:24 PM
badash said…
one word: SAD

woah no pun intended! I meant that its truly SAD (like depressing) how American eat, but then i realized its also SAD as in STANDARD AMERICAN DIET.

anyyyyyyyways........... hope you are doing awesome with the challenge... off to read more of your posts!
August 4, 2008 at 1:41 PM
Anonymous said…
You speak truth Heidi!

Thanks for your kind comments re my aunt - I do hope she's in peace.

I'm taking a flexible approach to my exercise routine. Today for example I did 10 laps (420 metres) but I exercised!

Good luck with your goals - we can do this :-)
August 4, 2008 at 1:53 PM
Michelle said…
Heidi,

WORD!!!

Lets open up our won fast food raw place!!!

WOOHOO!!!
August 4, 2008 at 2:30 PM
sariqd said…
*sigh* The thing with kids? It's the stupid toys. SPC - remember? Small Plastic Crap? My kids - they could care less about the food, it's not something they die for (huh.) it's the stupid toys. AND - yes, as a parent, guilty as charged - it's quick & easy. I'm happy to say though - we're going on 2 months fast food free! YAY US! We've found that our kids get excited about trying new fruits/veggies when we make it a family deal. Whether it's through growing it in our garden (may I brag for a mo? It seriously rocks.) or going to a farmer's market and letting them pick out something. Prickly pear anyone? Anyway - raw food movement or any healthy food choice, unless they've grown up with it, usually doesn't happen until they become aware of it - which is when they're teenagers or older. JMO.
August 4, 2008 at 2:55 PM
Colleen Miller said…
Hey there! I'm back from vacation! I actually ate some apple fries on the road when hubby stopped at BK for the BK Veggie Burger. It helped ease the temptation of french fries for me (my BIGGEST weakness)!!!
August 4, 2008 at 4:17 PM
badash said…
really? Man i could eat dates PLAIN all day long.

I was always buying the other kind of dates... the non-fat kind (as in, there was little flesh on it... it wasnt fat... i dont know what kind they are... but they definitely arent as sweet)

and then i experienced medjool and OMG i love them! i want them ! they are expensive though. =(
August 4, 2008 at 4:22 PM
badash said…
Hey thanks for hte comment about my pics, i appreciate it. I'm trying to decide which ones to use as my senior photos (there are more i havent uploaded to the blog) but its a difficult choice! =)


anyways yeah can you invite me to join the challenge? badashclimber@yahoo.com is my email!!!
August 4, 2008 at 4:25 PM
Isle Dance said…
You said it, sista!
August 6, 2008 at 12:54 AM
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