The modern norm in America has led many to live unhealthy lifestyles. According to the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, more than half of adults are overweight or obese and nearly one in five kindergarten students are obese. To combat the epidemic of modern healthy lifestyles, the American government should be allowed to implement and regulate any law that can limit not only the portions, but also the types of food the American populous consumes, all while not being fought for destroying the freedom of many individuals throughout America. Uniquely, the New York City’s Board of Health passed a limit of 16-ounces on bottles of sugar-containing sodas and other non-diet sweetened beverages. In doing so, NYC’s Department of Health hopes to combat the obesity epidemic. While some such as Liz Berman, chairwoman of New Yorkers for Beverage Choices, believe that “we are smart enough to make our own decisions about what to eat and drink” (Jaslow, 24), It’s obvious we aren’t. Medical professionals such as Dr. Steven Safyer, President and CEO of Montefiore Medical Center, state, “For the past several years, I’ve seen the number of children and
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People with obesity related chronic illnesses dwell on taxpayer dollars to care for their needs. (Source,2) Health and personal issues are an individual's problem, not a community’s. An individual's illness has consequences for many others, therefore food types should be limited by the American government to limit certain foods poor for individuals health. For example, products such as trans fats have been banned in New York City restaurants. “Trans fats can lead to a number of health problems requiring medical care, which can cost taxpayers billions of dollars each year.” (Glass, 30) Overall, by implementing this law, the government has not only reduced taxpayer dollars, but has improved the overall health of many individuals in the New York City’s
People with obesity related chronic illnesses dwell on taxpayer dollars to care for their needs. (Source,2) Health and personal issues are an individual's problem, not a community’s. An individual's illness has consequences for many others, therefore food types should be limited by the American government to limit certain foods poor for individuals health. For example, products such as trans fats have been banned in New York City restaurants. “Trans fats can lead to a number of health problems requiring medical care, which can cost taxpayers billions of dollars each year.” (Glass, 30) Overall, by implementing this law, the government has not only reduced taxpayer dollars, but has improved the overall health of many individuals in the New York City’s