Does Food-network Condone Obesity?
Posted on | 十一月 30, 2009 | 14 Comments
I am a HUGE foodnetwork fan, but it seems Rachael-Ray is the only person who comments when she is substituting an ingredient to be more figure-friendly.
Foodnetwork has about 5 main stars, in my opinion
Bobby Flay
Emeril Lagasse
Paula Deen
Mario Batali
Rachael Ray
Of these, only R.R. and B.F. are not overweight.
I am actually a 300 pound individual and I wish to make a senseless opinion that I feel food-network-channel should advocate about once per episode, a reference to an FDA guideline–such as “well this meal we fixed can replace lunch and dinner” through an INDIRECT REFERENCE.
I wish each show would at least make ONE MENTION to caloric responsibility.
I actually LOVE emeril’s indirect method of humor, in saying “hey, we’re all friends here” when he talks about a high-calorie dish.
I would love for foodnetwork to at least make a decent effort to subconsciously remind us that food relates to health, and food responsibility is part of health responsibility.
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十二月 1st, 2009 @ 4:11 上午
I hate to tell you but The Food Network is food pornography and even Rachel Ray and Bobby Flay are overweight. Only Sandra Lee, Giada DeLaurentis and Cat Cora are of normal weight…it seems as soon as they start working for TFN they blow up overnight…it ruins them…the few shows they have had that promote sensible eating were dismal failures…America wants to see overindulgence…I read that by 2014, 85% of America will be obese…so then you will have company…
十二月 1st, 2009 @ 10:48 上午
Ummm, hello?!? It’s called the DUH factor. Paula makes fattening food, because she uses a LOT of butter and salt and other things that people know are bad for them. Emeril makes a lot of fattening foods. Mario makes a lot of fattening foods. How do we know? Because they put a lot of butter, and cream, and salt, and cheese in the dishes. Why should they make references to caloric responsibility? They don’t have to because most people aren’t going to eat fried chicken everyday because they realize that it is fried, therefore it is unhealthy to eat it everyday. Many of the stars do have episodes where they feature healthy foods, and many meals do feature veggies or salads or fruits. People need to be sensible. Food network does all they should, including having a section on their website entitled “Healthy Eating”. Food Network doesn’t have to do it, the people who watch it do. If someone can’t control their eating habits, and food network shows seem to make it harder, then they need to turn off the tv.
十二月 1st, 2009 @ 3:03 下午
I also love the Food Network, and of the 5 you listed, I agree that Rachael is the only one I’ve noticed who mentions making something more figure-flattering. Poor Paula, she’s notorious for using an entire pound of butter in her recipes! I’m sure they taste fantastic, but come on!
I dont really think it’s the Food Network’s responsibility to promote the better food = better health theme, but I also think that they perhaps unintentionally promote the opposite, with their reliance upon big-name stars that are heavier and use lots of butter, etc…
I personally believe in Rachael’s motto: Everything, but in moderation.
十二月 1st, 2009 @ 4:34 下午
I will answer this question in the response that I believe any chef or true “foody” would answer. I am a chef my self and pretty much in reference to when trying to teach the mass, easy, quick and most importantly absolutely delicious meals … there really are no short cuts, and cutting ingredients, or substituting. When a recipe calls for a 1/4 pound of lard, sorry to say that’s what it calls for, because in the end, if you substitute, it will affect your whole dish. That is something I’m personally about. But if that is your thing, stick with Rachael ray, or even try “Good Eats” with Alton Brown, he teaches the science behind food, which can lead to better decisions. But being a foody myself I’m a kinda big guy, and my Italian side just says Eat Drink and Be Merry
十二月 1st, 2009 @ 9:31 下午
While I agree with your sentiment, you must keep in mind that your body is YOUR responsibility, not Emeril Agassi’s. If you are preparing any of those dishes, you should be mindful of portion sizes, etc. Also, if you are weary of your cholesterol or blood pressure, choose healthier oils and less salt for preparation.
十二月 1st, 2009 @ 10:07 下午
Food Network cracks me up. So many of these shows are loaded with pretty unhealthy recipes. I sometimes watch to get ideas but change alot of things on account I’m vegetarian and also watch what I eat.
People need to educate themselves about ingredients..it’s not the networks responsibility to do that.
十二月 2nd, 2009 @ 2:59 上午
no food shows donot condone obesity they should help you be able to fix more nutritious meals since most of them talk about portions and calories
十二月 2nd, 2009 @ 5:59 上午
It is not up to the network to promote people to eat more. Chefs just do their jobs as to cook food. Thus I do not think that Food Network condones obesity.
十二月 2nd, 2009 @ 8:34 上午
I love the food network, and I can tell you that they have several shows devoted to showing you healthy recipes. Check out Ellie Krieger’s show, for one. She is a nutritionist, with some really good ideas and recipes for eating healthy.
The network has no ethical responsibility to remind you to watch your calories, just bring you entertainment. Their recipes do have nutritional info on them when you print them, though, so use your common sense.
十二月 2nd, 2009 @ 9:51 上午
I can understand your issue but it’s not a requirement to mention to viewers that certain recipes are worse than others. Cooking shows are meant to show viewers the chef’s recipes so they’ll sell their cookbooks and products. It’s a big marketing scheme. They don’t want to put a negative spin on anything…
十二月 2nd, 2009 @ 1:10 下午
Do you really think it’s a TV network’s responsibility to try and keep you healthy? If you look up any recipe on their website, all the nutritional information is there. I certainly don’t think Paula Deen needs to be telling people to eat healthy while she’s frying chicken and bacon in a heavy cream sauce….
十二月 2nd, 2009 @ 6:54 下午
wow
十二月 2nd, 2009 @ 11:52 下午
You should email your opinion to the food network at:http://store.foodnetwork.com/service/con…
That’s the closest I can find to a place to air your valid concerns.
I agree that that many times the meals they prepare are high calorie creations. They are not meant to be everyday fare. (but don’t we wish we could eat that way everyday).
Gourmet/ High profile chefs cook to please the palette, not the waistline.
Good luck on getting your message across to the Foodnetwork.
十二月 3rd, 2009 @ 3:06 上午
You were fat long before the Food Network even aired. Why hold them responsible for your weakness?
You probably spend too much time on the couch if you’re looking at the Food Network for entertainment.