Obese America

The article for class discussed obesity in America, and how a lack of dietary concern has led us to become the “fattest” nation in the world.  I am an active person and I tend to monitor my diet pretty closely, however, the position i am in allows me to do so.  Processed foods and sugars have become far less expensive than fresh produce and meats.  The cost of vegetable, such as corn, and wheat have become incredibly costly to the consumer.  Government subsidies pay farmers to either naturalize lands for crops, or to contribute harvested crops toward the production of bio-fuels.  The end result has caused a price fluctuation so great that healthy eating habits have become EXPENSIVE!!!  The average income family is now unable to provide balanced meals due to the prices, hence contributing to obesity.  Children are now provided sugary cereals, processed “to-go” yogurt packs, and boxed juices as sources of daily nutrients.  A significant issue is taking place in the school cafeteria.  An institution of learning has a budget, and being able to purchase certain items, such as organic produce, are not feasible.  When given one dollar, a person is able to purchase far more processed foods, rather than the natural ones grown on farms.  This epidemic does have a cure, but is the cure to costly for the average American?