Title: Discussion 2 HFCS
Course: DES 2710 General and Oral Nutrition > Section: Module Three

1- Watch the following presentation by Dr. Robert H. Lustig, M.D. from the University of California San Francisco.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBnniua6-oM

2- Search the internet for videos, websites, articles for views in support of HFCS such as those who manufacturer HFCS

3- Analyze Dr. Lustig’s position against those of the manufacturers of HFCS.

4- Consider the sources, those who conducted the research and the results. What are your thoughts on the varying opinions in these videos?

5- Use the information in these videos and information from your text to develop a statement regarding the link of HFCS to metabolic syndrome and the increase in these diseases in the US population?

6- What information can you find in regards to these diseases in populations where there has been no HCFS and its present existence in these populations since American fast food industry came to their respective countries?

7- Do you believe this information helps to substantiate Dr. Lustig's theories?

Provide a rationale and site research to support your post. Cite any references in APA style that you use to develop your answer. Be sure to read and respond to at least two of your classmates' posts. Each student should post to (2) different learners. Post must be substantive at least 150-200 word count. 25 pts