At the ASI.
Obesity does not cost the taxpayer money: it saves the taxpayer money. Taxing fast food so as to reduce obesity and thus save the taxpayer money does not therefore work.
At the ASI.
Obesity does not cost the taxpayer money: it saves the taxpayer money. Taxing fast food so as to reduce obesity and thus save the taxpayer money does not therefore work.
Where did you get the statistic that the obese die younger?
And are you aware of the “Obesity Paradox”?
Tim adds: As far as I’m aware the obesity paradox isn’t actually about the obese. It’s about the overweight. That’s why the over 30 BMI caveat in that piece. I know that BMI of 25-30 leads to longer lifespans.
As Pa says. Please read Sandy at Junkfoodscience- and take the time to check the references.
Tim,
OK – that sounds like it might be a disagreement over definitions. As far as I recall, the extra risk was mainly for those over 35, but I haven’t checked it in detail so I shan’t argue.