Today I passed a sign in New York City that said: At least Mike’s ban on sugary drinks doesn’t effect alcohol. Clearly they were referring to Mayor Bloomberg’s new ban on sugar filled drinks. The plan is to lower obesity rates in the city by banning large sugary drinks with more then 25 calories per 8 ounces.
Wow! What a statement he’s making.
I know there’s been a huge uprising about this and most people are not happy about it. I’ve got to tell you though – I’m thrilled. Those drinks are costing those who drink them thousands and thousands of unnecessary calories!
The obesity levels in this country have never been higher. Even children as young as 5 years old are effected and may not even see adulthood if a change isn’t made right now.
In my opinion, thank God for Mayor Bloomberg. He’s the only one in this country to make a serious change for the good of his people and actually see it through.
So far he has been an instrumental force for NYC and our health. He’s Required chain restaurants to list calorie counts on menus. He has banned smoking in parks and beaches and now he’s banning large sugary drinks! I know the argument here is that if you take something away from someone, they are only going to want it more, or they’ll find another way to get it – maybe that’s true. OR maybe this will open people’s eyes up to know and understand that they are drinking harmful calories which will cause harmful disease if it hasn’t already.
Watch this video here to learn more about the situation.
What do you think about the whole situation? Do you think this ban will help or hurt the city? I’m very curious to know your thoughts on this – please share your ideas by commenting on this post.
Etan says: Growing up, my father had a rule in the house that we had to drink one glass of water for every glass of soda. It didn’t feel like punishment at all, even as a kid. It helped me to learn that soda is not good for health! And now bloomie is being a good dad for the whole city. A big apple a day keeps the doctor away?
Shira says: That sounds like an AWESOME rule! Bloomberg sure is being a great dad for everyone in NYC! I hope people can see it that way and not as a punishment. Thanks for sharing Etan 🙂