The assignment asks you to take a photograph of the contents of your fridge, ensuring the image fits half a page with appropriate margins. You should label any containers or pots. If needed, you can include a second photo of the produce drawers, following the same guidelines. Next, comment on whether the contents accurately represent your typical fridge and explain why or why not, mentioning any missing foods that would normally be present.
You are then required to classify each visible item into categories according to the Canada Food Guide (CFG) recommendations, either in a table or bullet points. Choose a minimum of eight items and discuss in paragraph form how these foods align with the CFG’s guidelines for healthy choices, providing explicit explanations and citing sources.
Following that, compare the nutrient content of one of the foods in your fridge to that of a McDonald’s Big Mac. Then, list 5-10 foods from your fridge (or freezer/pantry if needed) that do not meet the CFG’s healthy food criteria, and comment on how they might affect your nutrition.
Finally, using the items from your fridge, discuss how you can meet at least two healthy eating habits from the CFG, including citations. Propose two changes to improve your ability to meet the CFG recommendations or healthy eating habits, and make sure to clearly link your suggestions to the guidelines.