A RESEARCH ON MAGIC JUNIOR PREMIUM CRACKER’S EFFECTS ON HUMAN HEALTH

I. INTRODUCTION

The possible reasons why teenagers like us are fond of eating processed food products
is they are easily available, convenient and can be consumed easily for us teenagers. Most of
our childhood is surrounded with processed foods, that's why we’re used in eating it. Plus, it
also has a lot of sugar and salt which produces a lot of dopamine in our brain and triggers the
pleasure center, which makes us crave it more. A lot of teenagers love crackers and one of
them is Magic Junior Premium crackers. One of the reasons why I am writing this report is to
know if this cracker is healthy or not and how much nutrients does this cracker have to maintain
our healthy body. The significance of this research is, it tackles cracker’s health effects, food
ingredients and nutrition facts and the classification of each ingredient. As a result, customers
will be more informed of the benefits and risks associated with Magic Junior premium crackers.
For those people who are not fond of this cracker, it will urge or motivate them to eat it too.

II. DATA
The processed food product that is frequently eaten by young people like me is frozen
and canned food based on my own conducted survey.The specific processed food that they eat
the most is hotdog.

Base on my survey response, the reason why they used to eat processed food is because it’s
delicious, easy to cook and convenient.
 A. Nutrition Facts and Ingredients of Magic Junior Premium Crackers

Base on the label, in every 16-gram serving size of Magic Junior Premium Crackers the Calories
is 70 (calories from fat is 20).Total Fat is 2.5g and the saturated fat is 2g and the Trans Fat is 0g.
Cholesterol is 0mg and Sodium is 140 mg. Total Carbohydrates is 11g, the dietary fiber is less
than 1g, and sugars less than 1g. Protein is 1g.

The Ingredients of the said products are Wheat Flour, Hydrogenated Animal Fat (Fish Oil,
Antioxidants (TBHQ, BHA, BHT) Vegetable Oil (Coconut), Iodized Salt, Raising Agent (Sodium
Bicarbonate), Barley Malt Flour, Yeast
Fats - Healthy fats are required by your body for energy and other activities. Too much
Saturated fat, on the other hand, can cause cholesterol to build up in the arteries (blood
vessels). Saturated fats increase LDL (bad) cholesterol levels. Heart disease and stroke are
linked to high LDL cholesterol levels. The majority of foods have a mixture of fats. You should
eat foods high in polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, which are healthy fats.

Limit saturated fats to fewer than 7% of your total daily calories to further minimize your risk of heart
disease. This equates to 140 to 200 calories or 16 to 22 grams (g) of saturated fats per day on a
2,000-calorie diet. One slice of cooked bacon, for example, has roughly 9 g of saturated fat.
If you have heart disease or high cholesterol, your doctor may advise you to reduce saturated fat
consumption even further.

Sodium - It helps in the transmission of nerve impulses. Needed for muscle contractions. Blood
pressure is influenced by salt consumption; even small decreases in sodium consumption can
lower blood pressure. Overall consumption levels are currently substantially higher (at least 2-3
times higher) than what is required for any health advantages.

Extra sodium raises blood pressure by retaining excess fluid in the body, putting more strain on
the heart. Increase your chances of stroke, heart failure, osteoporosis, stomach cancer, and
renal disease by consuming too much salt. In addition, one out of every three Americans will
have high blood pressure over their lives.

Carbohydrates -Carbohydrates (also called carbs) are a type of macronutrient found in certain
foods and drinks. A diet high in simple carbohydrates might lead to weight gain. They can also
raise your chances of developing diabetes, heart disease, and high cholesterol.

Protein - Eating too much protein can aggravate renal issues and lead to symptoms such as
foul breath, indigestion, and dehydration over time. Meat, dairy, and processed meals are high
in protein, which can raise the risk of chronic diseases including heart disease and cancer.

Iodized Salt - Iodized salt is necessary for good health, however it should be used in
moderation. Iodine is a trace mineral found in a variety of foods, including dairy, seafood, grains,
and eggs. People combine iodine with table salt to reduce iodine deficiency. There are many
other health benefits to using iodized salt in your diet, as well.

ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

If you consume this product for a long time it’s a healthy snack because the ingredients
won’t have a much more negative impact because this can be eaten moderately.
III. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
Yes this snack is a healthy snack because it’s a good source of ion. It contains a good a
amount of saturated fat and sodium. It is also a good source of protein and a good source of
fiber. This is a very recommended snack to people in my age because it’s not harmful like the
other processed food.
V. REFERENCES
1.) https://www.tweentribune.com/article/teen/why-do-we-love-junk-food/
2.) https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000838.htm
3.) https://www.sharecare.com/health/sodium/what-health-benefits-sodium
4.) https://www.livescience.com/36256-salt-bad-health.html
5.) https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/15416-carbohydrates
6.) https://www.insider.com/can-you-eat-too-much-protein
7.) https://www.webmd.com/diet/what-is-iodized-salt