Task 1- Brainstorm
Imagine that you have a friend or family member that is looking to change some of their nutritional practices (this can either be an actual person in your life or it can be fictitious). What advice would you give them? Make sure to consider the principles of adequacy, balance, calorie control, moderation, and variety.
Task 2- Write-Up
Write a 200+ word response describing the advice that you would give to a family member/friend who is looking to change their nutritional habits. Make sure to address all 5 principles mentioned in Task 1.
Sample solution
Dante Alighieri played a critical role in the literature world through his poem Divine Comedy that was written in the 14th century. The poem contains Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso. The Inferno is a description of the nine circles of torment that are found on the earth. It depicts the realms of the people that have gone against the spiritual values and who, instead, have chosen bestial appetite, violence, or fraud and malice. The nine circles of hell are limbo, lust, gluttony, greed and wrath. Others are heresy, violence, fraud, and treachery. The purpose of this paper is to examine the Dante’s Inferno in the perspective of its portrayal of God’s image and the justification of hell.
In this epic poem, God is portrayed as a super being guilty of multiple weaknesses including being egotistic, unjust, and hypocritical. Dante, in this poem, depicts God as being more human than divine by challenging God’s omnipotence. Additionally, the manner in which Dante describes Hell is in full contradiction to the morals of God as written in the Bible. When god arranges Hell to flatter Himself, He commits egotism, a sin that is common among human beings (Cheney, 2016). The weakness is depicted in Limbo and on the Gate of Hell where, for instance, God sends those who do not worship Him to Hell. This implies that failure to worship Him is a sin.
God is also depicted as lacking justice in His actions thus removing the godly image. The injustice is portrayed by the manner in which the sodomites and opportunists are treated. The opportunists are subjected to banner chasing in their lives after death followed by being stung by insects and maggots. They are known to having done neither good nor bad during their lifetimes and, therefore, justice could have demanded that they be granted a neutral punishment having lived a neutral life. The sodomites are also punished unfairly by God when Brunetto Lattini is condemned to hell despite being a good leader (Babor, T. F., McGovern, T., & Robaina, K. (2017). While he commited sodomy, God chooses to ignore all the other good deeds that Brunetto did.
Finally, God is also portrayed as being hypocritical in His actions, a sin that further diminishes His godliness and makes Him more human. A case in point is when God condemns the sin of egotism and goes ahead to commit it repeatedly. Proverbs 29:23 states that “arrogance will bring your downfall, but if you are humble, you will be respected.” When Slattery condemns Dante’s human state as being weak, doubtful, and limited, he is proving God’s hypocrisy because He is also human (Verdicchio, 2015). The actions of God in Hell as portrayed by Dante are inconsistent with the Biblical literature. Both Dante and God are prone to making mistakes, something common among human beings thus making God more human.
To wrap it up, Dante portrays God is more human since He commits the same sins that humans commit: egotism, hypocrisy, and injustice. Hell is justified as being a destination for victims of the mistakes committed by God. The Hell is presented as being a totally different place as compared to what is written about it in the Bible. As a result, reading through the text gives an image of God who is prone to the very mistakes common to humans thus ripping Him off His lofty status of divine and, instead, making Him a mere human. Whether or not Dante did it intentionally is subject to debate but one thing is clear in the poem: the misconstrued notion of God is revealed to future generations.
References
Babor, T. F., McGovern, T., & Robaina, K. (2017). Dante’s inferno: Seven deadly sins in scientific publishing and how to avoid them. Addiction Science: A Guide for the Perplexed, 267.
Cheney, L. D. G. (2016). Illustrations for Dante’s Inferno: A Comparative Study of Sandro Botticelli, Giovanni Stradano, and Federico Zuccaro. Cultural and Religious Studies, 4(8), 487.
Verdicchio, M. (2015). Irony and Desire in Dante’s” Inferno” 27. Italica, 285-297.
Sample Answer
Sample Answer
Task 1: Brainstorming Nutritional Advice
Friend/Family Member: A fictitious friend, Sarah, who is a busy working professional with a sedentary lifestyle.
Problem: Sarah often skips meals, grabs fast food for lunch, and eats large portions of unhealthy snacks in the evening.
Advice:
Adequacy: Encourage Sarah to eat a variety of foods from all food groups to ensure she’s getting enough nutrients. Emphasize the importance of including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and dairy products in her diet.
Balance: Advise Sarah to aim for a balance of macronutrients, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. This will help her maintain energy levels and support overall health.
Calorie Control: Suggest that Sarah be mindful of portion sizes and calorie intake. Encourage her to track her meals and snacks to identify areas where she can make adjustments.
Moderation: Explain that it’s okay to indulge in occasional treats, but they should be consumed in moderation. Encourage Sarah to find healthier alternatives to her favorite unhealthy snacks.
Variety: Emphasize the importance of eating a variety of foods to avoid nutrient deficiencies and boredom with her diet. Encourage her to experiment with new recipes and cuisines.
Task 2: Writing a Response
Dear Sarah,
I’m so glad you’re thinking about making some changes to your diet. Small steps can make a big difference in your overall health and well-being.
To start, I’d recommend focusing on eating a variety of foods from all food groups. This will ensure you’re getting the nutrients your body needs. Include plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and dairy products in your meals and snacks.
It’s also important to strike a balance between carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. This will help you maintain energy levels and support your overall health. Be mindful of portion sizes and calorie intake, and try to track your meals and snacks to identify areas where you can make adjustments.
Remember, it’s okay to indulge in occasional treats, but they should be consumed in moderation. Look for healthier alternatives to your favorite unhealthy snacks, and try to find ways to satisfy your cravings without overeating.
Finally, don’t be afraid to experiment with new foods and cuisines. Eating a variety of foods will help you avoid nutrient deficiencies and keep your diet interesting.
I’m here to support you on your journey to a healthier lifestyle. Let’s work together to make some positive changes!
Best,
[Your Name]
