FACT OR FICTION? I DON’T EAT MEAT BECAUSE…….
1.
ANTIBIOTICS USED IN BEEF PRODUCTION ARE PASSED ON TO THE MEAT YOU EAT.
Why are antibiotics used in beef production?
How does the Canadian government regulate the use of antibiotics in food animal production?
Does the beef sold in Canada contain antibiotics?
What does antibiotic resistant?
What would happen if animal antibiotics were not used?
What is the beef industry doing to prevent the spread of antibiotic resistance?
2. I MIGHT GET MAD COW DISEASE.
What is BSE
What Causes BSE
BSE and Humans – What is the link?
What safeguards are in place in Canada?
What is the history of BSE in Canada?
3.
BEEF IS GENETICALLY MODIFIED.
Define the following words:
Biotechnology –
DNA –
GMO –
Gene -
Genetic modification –
Are GMO’s safe?
How is genetic modification being used in the beef industry today?
4.
HORMONES USE IN BEEF PRODUCTION ARE PASSED ON TO THE MEAT YOU EAT.
What are hormonal substances
Why are they used in the cattle industry?
Does hormone use affect the safety of beef?
How do we know that the hormones are safe?
Who makes sure that the beef producers are using the right amount of hormones?
Are all cattle given hormones?
How much hormones are in beef?
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5. MEAT CAUSES CANCER
Cancer and Lifestyle: Reducing your risk
Reducing your risk
Role of Diet
Role of Physical Activity
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Role of Body Weight
Healthy Eating Tips