Summary Of What You Eat Is Your Business
In “Don’t blame it on the eater” by David Zinczenko and “What you eat is your business” by Radley Balko both authors expressed their views on obesity in America. Both authors spoke about how the government set aside millions of dollars within their budget to assist in the fight of obesity. Both articles also touches on how an individual’s responsibility can have an impact on individuals overall wellness. However, Balko views towards government assistance and responsibility slightly differs from Zinczenko. Balko feels that government support should be minimized and personal accountability should come from Americans to put a stop to obesity. By taking these steps Balko believes individuals will become more aware of their own unhealthy eating behaviors.
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Balko says “Instead of manipulating or intervening in the array of food options available to American consumers, our government ought to be working to foster a sense of responsibility in and ownership of our own health and well -being. (“Balko) Balko argues that, in order to change a negative behavior an individual has to want it for themselves. Balko supports his claim by informing us that government officials have already made an effort to help improve obesity. According to Balko “President Bush earmarked $200 million in his budget for anti- obesity measures” (“Balko”) Although Obesity continues to affect many people in our country. Balko feels the more government support and funding forwards this issue can do more harm than good for American Citizens. Without out government support obesity would continue to ruin American lives. Balko claims Americans continue to place the blame on others whereas Zinczenko talks about the importance of helping individuals with obesity seek help to overcome this
Balko says “Instead of manipulating or intervening in the array of food options available to American consumers, our government ought to be working to foster a sense of responsibility in and ownership of our own health and well -being. (“Balko) Balko argues that, in order to change a negative behavior an individual has to want it for themselves. Balko supports his claim by informing us that government officials have already made an effort to help improve obesity. According to Balko “President Bush earmarked $200 million in his budget for anti- obesity measures” (“Balko”) Although Obesity continues to affect many people in our country. Balko feels the more government support and funding forwards this issue can do more harm than good for American Citizens. Without out government support obesity would continue to ruin American lives. Balko claims Americans continue to place the blame on others whereas Zinczenko talks about the importance of helping individuals with obesity seek help to overcome this