The typing of this essay is an utterly pointless endeavor; there is no “Soda Ban.” First of all, the topic provided¬¬—the New York City “Soda Ban” as it is commonly called—is outdated. Proposed in 2012 (finally shut down for good in 2014) and highly supported by Mayor Michael Bloomberg, it was an amendment to the city’s health code. It would not have affected anyone outside of NYC limits, so the writers of Florida public school assignments shouldn’t care, and yet this is the third time in my school career I have been assigned to write about it. Despite only having been relevant to one specific location in the United States, the “Soda Ban” was a popular topic being debated on social media across the nation. However, since it was never passed, …show more content…
It is important to note, for those who may be unaware, its official name was “Sugary Drinks Portion Cap Rule.” This proposed amendment, if it had been successful, would have prevented food service establishments—restaurants, bars, corner stores, and public catering services (fundraisers, sports events, etc.,)—from selling soft drinks in containers larger than sixteen ounces. It was not a ban on soda. Customers at these locations and events would still be able to consume as much soda as they choose through refills, or buying multiple beverage containers. Even so, Bloomberg was convinced that passing this amendment would reduce the city’s obesity rates. Of course, a ban on larger sodas is not an effective way to reduce obesity, and if it had ever gone into effect it would have been a severe waste of time and resources for the city’s government. Still, some may argue that people would be less likely to buy two or more drinks, as two drinks often cost more than one, and that having to carry around two or three containers of soda would be awkward and undesirable. However, the people who want to drink these huge quantities of soda will still have easy access. The ban on container size does not prevent refills at the establishments affected, nor does it prevent citizens from buying cart-loads of two-liter soda bottles at their local
The article,“ Battle lines drawn over soda tax,” by Associated Press , the Press explains how there is an ongoing “national fight about taxing sugary drinks.” According to Associated Press, “ Health experts say the beverages contribute to health issues such as diabetes, obesity, and tooth decay.” This quote demonstrates that sugary drinks can lead to health issues. Since sugary drinks leads to health issues, people are considering soda tax. This is because thirteen percent of adult minorities are diagnosed with diseases such as diabetes.
The New York Soda Ban is a step in the wrong direction and efforts should be put towards making life better, rather than focusing on a movement that will have little to no effect. Realize that I am not stating the soda should be drank, because even I know that soda is harmful towards the body and is one of the leading causes of obesity. However, I believe that the soda ban will have little effect and that time and money should be applied somewhere where the act would have an effect of making life better. The reason I do not believe this ban will do as much good as stated, is because the ban is flawed. This brings me to my first point, which is, one cup of boysenberry juice has 256 grams of sugar, equaling to 225 calories. One cup of Cola only
Pratt, Katherine. "A Constructive Critique Of Public Health Arguments For Antiobesity Soda Taxes And Food Taxes." Tulane Law Review 87.1 (2012): 73-140. Academic Search Complete. Web. 24 Mar. 2014.
My claim states that the New York soda ban would not prove to be effective because it is will bring about a rebellious reaction in some people, it does not include supermarkets, vending machine and convenience stores and refills which means people can go around it and educating people should be the first step towards improvement in their lifestyle.
This article is talking about a mayor banning beverages larger than 16 oz. at restaurants, sports arenas and movie theaters. The reason this mayor wants to ban large sodas is because he is afraid for all of New York’s health. That’s a good thing because a lot of us don’t know what we drink and eat most of the time. We just eat our food we don’t even bother to look what’s really in side such as calories, fats and oils in our food. This Mayor is doing New York a huge favor by banning large sodas. He’s helping everyone in New York about their health but people of New York doesn’t see that. There are people who are trying to not let him pass this law because some of them probably drink 16 oz. every day of once a week or twice a week or even more.
Coke continuously out-stands Pepsi, even though they share a very similar taste and colour, however Coke should not be the drink that receives all the love and attention for what it offers. Despite their similar soda colour, the drinks actually contain some different ingredients, which produce a different taste, and affect the body differently. Furthermore, the way the companies markets their drinks makes a huge contribution to how successful their products will become. The major element for success however stems from their impact on society and how the companies utilize their social power to evolve. The two major soda companies are constantly head to head with one another, yet it is what they do that sets them apart.
Harold Goldstein and Jennifer Richard, California’s Soda Tax: Helping Cash Strapped Communities Protect Children’s Health, A Publication of the California Center for Public Health Advocacy, www.publichealthadvocacy.org. April 2011
In the past couple years people all around the nation, whether it's in New York City or an 8th Grade classroom in Michigan, people have been pressed with the question, whether the New York Soda Ban, is a good thing, improving health, or if there is a larger issue. Is this decision showing evidence of the Government interfering with our basic civil liberties?
The obesity epidemic is one of the most pressing issues at this point in both American society and U.S. public policy initiatives. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention 35.9% of U.S. adults over the age of twenty are obese (CDC, 2013). The CDC further notes that 69.2% of U.S. adults twenty years of age and over are overweight (this percentage includes those who are obese). The obesity problem is not exclusive to the adults in the U.S. The CDC notes that 18.4% of adolescents between the ages of 12 and 19 are currently obese (CDC, 2013). These statistics illustrate the severity of the obesity epidemic in this country, but what can be done to address or even correct this problem? Many people have proposed solutions, but few are as radical as the proposal from Michael Bloomberg (the New York City Mayor) in 2012.
The United States believes soda is crippling children’s health, causing school officials to ban the sale of these sugary drinks from schools. Although soda causes health problems, such as diabetes and obesity, banning soda from schools will not improve children’s overall health. Soda is not the primary culprit of childhood obesity or diabetes; the foods available in schools are equally as detrimental to a child’s health. To see a change in student 's diets, school officials should not only reform soda, but the food as well. Schools should feel compelled to make resources available to educate our kids on clean eating, as proper information would help to improve dietary choices. Even though childhood obesity and other health problems are steadily increasing, soda is not to blame and
It is sad. People from all races and backgrounds are obese. In a recent survey done at Henry Ford College, 43 percent of students were overweight. Whether it is because they do not follow a healthy diet or they inherited it from their parents. Being overweight is correlated with lacking exercise or physical activity and not watching what is on the plate. Obesity can cause many illnesses, including diabetes, which is very common. As the debate whether soda tax should take effect arises, critics say that the tax will help those with obesity-related illnesses. What about exercising and maintaining a healthy lifestyle? These two factors cannot be forgotten knowing they are the most important. Americans have consumed 12 percent of soda and become less active since 1970. A soda tax aims to stop consumers from buying soda to help those who are obese. This will not be effective. Therefore a soda tax will not be good public policy.
When the constitutions say we have the right to have freedom of press. They are kinda taking that away, in a way. Businesses will not be able to advertise, for large soda’s. It can also mess with the pursuit of happiness, because a lot of people love to drink soda and they like to have sweets.
The soda ban is not going to be effective on the citizens of New York because they need to be informed not controlled. New Yorkers aren’t going to stop drinking soda because the government tells them to. 45% of adults drink one or more sugary drinks a day in New York. According to Nadia’s paper, sugared sodas are the second leading cause of death in New York, right after cigarettes. According to CNN 180,000 people have died worldwide each year from sugary drink intake; this is one in every hundred deaths worldwide. Also according to this source, the United
Red Bull. 5 Hour Energy. Monster. These energy drinks are becoming increasingly popular not just for teenagers and college kids, but in the world of athletics as well. Athletes around the world are drinking these beverages for a boost in athletic performance and stamina to get an edge over their opponents. These drinks are even being promoted by professional athletes! This increasing popularity and consumption begs the question: are these drinks safe? I decided to dig into this question, and I have found some pretty startling answers. The drinks may bring enhanced performance and energy, but they also come with potential health risks. These health risks heavily outweigh the benefits the drinks could possibly bring.
Have you ever thought how much soda you consume and how bad it can be for you? Many people will drink soda instead of water, simply because it tastes better. The government should limit the intake of sugary beverages because it can lead to many different problems such as heart disease, obesity, and overall it is an unhealthy life-style. “The average person consumes almost 100lbs of sugar a year, with the single biggest source being soda.” A sugary beverage occasionally would be ok, but drinking it every day would cause problems for you overtime. People drink, more soda than they do water. People should be consuming at least eight 8-ounce glasses a day. Mostly no one will drink that amount of water a day. In today’s society, it can be easy to grab a soda for one dollar and carry on. They may taste better but they are not better for your health. “Sugary drinks include soda, fruit punch, lemonade, and other “aides” sweetened powdered drinks, and sports energy drinks.”