I've stumbled across a few gems that I'd thought I would share.


Supersize me

Probably one of the more well known films about the fast food industry and it's impact on health.

The premise I think is somewhat flawed, as not many people get close to eating fast food for every single meal. The results are bound to be bad. However as poor nutrition often degrades health over a long period of time, watching this accelerated experiment unfold gives us a very useful insight into what can happen with a high refined carb and fat diet.

The highlights of the film for me are not the focus of the main character, Kevin Spurlock, but in broader areas of food such as school meals and the profiteering of the grocery industry.

Overall: 7/10

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0390521/  

All Jacked Up

This was an independent film I stumbled across quite recently that focuses on 4 teenagers and the impact nutrition is having on their lives.

It's got a great mixture of satircal cartoons, expert interviews (my personal fav being with the 'Health Ranger' Mike Adams) and industry truths regarding meat processing and grocery additives. The bulk of the movies is regarding the link between these 'typical' teenagers and the food and drink they are consuming.

Definately worth a watch in my opinion and available to download for $9.99
Overall: 8/10

http://www.alljackedupmovie.com/

Food inc

An excellent movie about the changing state of the mass market food industry in America. The main topics are about the mass market meat, corn and soybean industries that dominate most of the consumer marketplace.
This film has a slightly higher budget than the others so in general implements good combinations of imagery and sound. It's powerful and convincing, and has the potential to change your opinion on the foods you eat, especially meat.

Worth a watch if you can find it.

Overall: 8/10

http://www.foodincmovie.com/

Food Matters

This film focuses on the state of western medicine and reliance on pharmacueticals that contribute towards chronic health problems and disease. Of the 4 films, this one will give you the best insight into how the current medical and pharmaceutical industry operates (Quite easy to figure out - money!).

A great little documentary and a steal at $5 for an online viewing.
Overall: 8/10

http://www.foodmatters.tv