Question

Have you seen calorie information menus? Does it affect what you decide to order? Is being a able to buy a super-sized beverage important to you? Do you support increased taxes on unhealthy foods? What do you think needs to be done to stop the nationwide problem of obesity from escalating even further out of control?

Answer 1

Yes , according to the new guidelines of FDA , restaurants that provide junk or fast foods have to mention the amount of calories that the meal contains , along with the suggested on an average daily calorie intake to be taken .

Soft drinks and cola contains high amounts of sugars and caffeine. Continuous consumption may not only make you obese but it can also affect kidney functions .

Taxes on food are just put by the government on the food that you will go out and eat. However , service charges are not mandatory , so restaurants are legally bound not to force you.

Measures to counter act obesity-

• Awareness ,through media and through schools and other educational institutes will help people understand the causes of obesity .
• Avoiding a sedentary lifestyle .
• Getting into a gym , or do some physical activity .
• Turn towards more green food rather than junk food.