Some people think students should study the science of food and how to prepare it. Others think students should spend time on more important subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

It is true that people hold conflicting views about studying the

science

of

food

and its

preparation

. While some believe that

this

is a waste of time, which should be spent on more important studies, I agree with those who argue that

food

science

and

preparation

should form an integral part of the student curriculum. On the one hand, there are already many subjects and activities that must be part of the timetable of all secondary schools. It is impossible to compare them in terms of their significance in the development of young people.

For example

, it is essential to have a good grasp of mathematics, IT, and the natural sciences, together with reading and writing skills, and activities

such

as art, music and sport. Sometimes, there are

also

vocational courses, and

therefore

school timetables are already full.

On the other hand

,

food

and diet are fundamental to health, and I support the view that

food

science

and

preparation

must be taught in schools.

Firstly

, knowledge of

food

science

is related to the study of human biology, in terms of building up the immune system, and the effects on the body of eating a balanced diet rather than consuming junk

food

.

Secondly

, it is

also

related to biochemistry. Students learn about artificial colouring and flavouring, chemical preservatives and understand

food

labelling.

Finally

, armed with a knowledge of

food

science

, young people see the value of healthy eating habits and learn which foods are detrimental to health. By

then

cooking the

food

themselves, they practice safe hygiene standards and gain the lifelong skill of preparing nutritious homemade

food

. In conclusion,

although

the school curriculum is crowded, I agree with the opinion that space must be found to teach

food

science

and

preparation

.