Written Assignment #1
Directions: Answer each question below in paragraph form. Provide details and give a complete
response. Reference in APA style all information from any and all sources, including the
lectures, textbook, websites, etc.
1. Describe your food habits. List core foods that you consume. Discuss which components
of the consumer food choice model affect your food habits and choices.
2. How do you think your culture affects your food intake? *This question does not require
an in-text citation.*
3. Describe the Omnivore’s Paradox.
4. Provide the World Health Organization’s definition of health. Give an example of at least
2 foods that you consume to stay healthy.
5. Define folk illness. Do you (or your family members) associate any conditions or
symptoms with folk illnesses? If yes, describe the folk illness and the cause of the illness.