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Personally, I would welcome some form of change in the American Diet. There is a definate problem with "fast" food, and "junk" food in our society which is creating the foundation for disease.
It is unlikely people will simply decide to eat better on thier own, as the industry makes it far to easy to get a burger and fries on your way home from work. Part of the problem is the sedintary lifestyle of Americans, and this can be partially blamed on the amount of work hours we all put in.
After working for 40-60 hrs. a week (Average work week in America is 52 hrs. *NY Times 2003 data*) It is far more likely we will want to relax after work and grab a quick meal. This has contributed to an unhealthy and stressed home life. When you consider the impact on family, and children, we simply do not have the time to be healthy.
This is one of the many reasons I have asked my wife to stay out of the work force, and have commited to struggling thru a single income lifestyle.....in my opinion, it is worth the effort, as my kids are well adjusted (so far) and very healthy.
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