Health activists are lobbying federal and state governments to pass initiatives that call for a ‘fat’ tax on high-calories foods

Health activists are lobbying federal and state governments to pass initiatives that call for a ‘fat’ tax on high-calories foods, and menu-labeling that would require chain restaurants to list fat, sodium and calories for each item. Some health experts argue that these policy measures are precisely the wrong way to fight obesity since they de-emphasize a personal sense of responsibility for health and well-being. Other health experts argue that government should do everything it can to make a culture that leads to healthy eating by making decisions in the interest of public health. They claim the food industry profits by manipulating a food culture to discourage healthy eating. Taking sides will allow you to more fully understand the arguments on both sides of this issue.

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