UPDATE (10/23/11): I actually saw this movie, and need to let everyone know about the portrayal of Dietitian’s and the ADA in the movie. Forks Over Knives negatively portrays us. They show interviews, and explain that the ADA and Dietitian’s get money from big companies like Coke and Hershey’s. This is true, but only a small percentage work for those big businesses. And even those that do, are not necessarily doing “bad” or anything that could impact health negatively.
Anyone who is a Registered Dietitian has a goal of trying to improve the health of a population through nutrition. We are not going to tell you the best food is processed food that appears healthy. Not at all. I can not speak for everyone, but I am just trying to get this straight.
Food for thought: Doctors get money from pharmaceutical companies all the time. Probably even more so than Dietitians get money from food companies. Do we need to really be pushing those medications?
For example, the only free food I ever received was Cabot Cheeses, and a few granola bars. No money. Now, what about those doctors who receive much more money, and may be persuaded to give you those pills with all those side effects by the drug company? Ever thought about that? The Dietitians are the ones doing much more good than harm.
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Looking for something to do for free on a Monday night? Forks Over Knives movie will premier May 20th, but I am giving away 2 free tickets per winner (total of 15 winners!) to the screening in Atlanta on May 16th at Landmark Midtown Arts Cinema.
You can view the trailer here.
The film looks interesting, almost in the same category as Food Inc. I am always up for seeing the latest food or nutrition related flick!
View the trailer to get a good idea about what it is about. Mainly, they talk about the failings of the Western diet, and its evolution. I don’t know a great deal about it because I haven’t seen the movie yet, but it seems like a film I may support.
Two Ways to Enter to Win:
1. Comment on this post, and give your e-mail address. If you win, you will be given a coupon code to redeem your passes.
2. Message about this event on twitter, and mention me @Chicknik. And say you want to enter the contest.
You have until Monday, May 2nd to enter. Winners will be drawn Monday night. Please remember: only enter if you live in the Atlanta area!
April 28, 2011 at 5:26 pm • Permalink •
Looks like a very informative movie! Can’t wait to see this one.
April 28, 2011 at 5:44 pm • Permalink •
i am so excited..i love these educational movies..hope i win
April 29, 2011 at 11:07 am • Permalink •
Sounds very good. I like to see this movie.
April 30, 2011 at 1:19 pm • Permalink •
My coworker told me about this movie and said it was really good. I wish I lived in Atlanta so I could win tickets! That’s awesome that you’re giving them away!
April 30, 2011 at 2:55 pm • Permalink •
I’d love to see this film. I also posted on Twitter but not sure I did it right.
May 2, 2011 at 12:23 pm • Permalink •
We all need to eat healthier. In the United States we are eating ourselves into an early grave.
May 2, 2011 at 1:07 pm • Permalink •
This movie should be great!
May 2, 2011 at 4:19 pm • Permalink •
This film looks great, covering a topic we all need to know more about!
May 2, 2011 at 10:32 pm • Permalink •
I would like a pass for 2 for this screening please. My e-mail address is terminator900@hotmail.com Thanks!!
May 4, 2011 at 12:21 pm • Permalink •
cant wait to see the movie here in Atlanta its going to be a good one
May 4, 2011 at 8:38 pm • Permalink •
would love to see this movie, this is a must see. educate the people
May 6, 2011 at 9:55 am • Permalink •
I recently decided to eat healthier, and this movie will educate me further! Hope I win!
May 7, 2011 at 11:28 pm • Permalink •
cant wait to see this movie it’s going to change alot of people’s habits
May 8, 2011 at 10:32 pm • Permalink •
This looks like an interesting film, especially for those of us interested in eating healthy!
May 11, 2011 at 12:55 pm • Permalink •
I’d really like to see this movie to see what it has to say about eating healthier.
May 12, 2011 at 4:20 pm • Permalink •
Just found your blog today while googling Forks Over Knives. So glad you found the Farmer’s Market too! I always get my spices there SOOOOO much cheaper (except on the weekends the FM is a madhouse). Live in Atlanta and not sure you have any tickets left but if you do I would def. like to attend the screening
May 12, 2011 at 10:12 pm • Permalink •
Thanks! I do have even one more ticket pair left, so I e-mailed you one pair just now. Enjoy!