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Aug 3, 2004
"A genuine fast cleanses the body, mind, and soul. It crucifies the flesh and to that extent sets the soul free." --Gandhi
Twinkie Tax
From a recent report by CSPI: Upgrading from a 3-ounce Minibon to a Classic Cinnabon costs only 24% more, yet delivers 123% more calories. Switching from 7-Eleven’s Gulp to a Double Gulp costs 42% more, but provides 300% more calories. It costs 8 cents more to purchase a McDonald’s Quarter Pounder with Cheese, small French fries, and small Coke (890 calories) than it costs to buy the Quarter Pounder with Cheese large Extra Value Meal, which comes with a large fries and large Coke (1,380 calories). A 23% increase in price for movie theater popcorn provides 125% more calories.
BE THE CHANGE
"Twinkie Tax" is now under consideration -- government tax on fatty foods. Discuss with a friend -- should personal obesity be a public health issue?
