EXSC 221 (3)

Discussion

  • Discuss the 60 Minutes video you watched in this lesson.
  • In thinking about the increasing obesity in the United States and other developed countries, are flavoring companies and the food companies that contract with them at fault? What do you believe are the ethical responsibilities food companies have, and to whom—the other companies they supply, those with financial interests in the companies, food consumers, and the public at large? What responsibilities do consumers have?
  • Support your opinions using citations to reputable sources. After posting your own comments of at least two paragraphs, reply to at least two other students whose ideas extend or challenge your own thinking.