Obesity is a major problem in modern America.

Running Head : REACTION ON GMA STATEMENT ON OBESITY

Reaction to the Statement of GMA Regarding Obesity

The Grocery Manufacturers of America discusses one of the most complex issues facing America 's society today - the problem of obesity . The group talks about several key arguments that are associated to the fight against obesity . First of all , they share the growing concern for preventing the problem through the encouragement of healthy eating habits , especially among the youth pointing out that a healthy lifestyle is deemed essential and can be achieved through a balanced

diet coupled with regular exercise . Secondly , the GMA acknowledges the fact that there is no single cause , as well as a singe solution for the problem , attributing obesity to several key factors such as genetics economic and social factors , as well as cultural practices

One of their more important arguments though , is in their belief that obesity is not something that can be prevented through means such as the implementation of new restrictions , taxes , bans , and regulations , rather the solution perceived is the presentation of tools and resources that will directly affect the people . Examples of these tools are the providing of sufficient nutrition information to the parties involved the funding of more physical education and recreational opportunities and the funding of research that will provide ways to encourage healthy lifestyle choices

At first , it would seem that they have not acknowledged that they are part of the growing problem of obesity pointing out the deficiencies of the government...