Nannyism

Coke, excuse me, is pure America. Sugar, salt, fat and red meat are basic biology. There’s no such thing as an unhealthy food. Instead of Dr. Shaw preaching the evils of progress and processed food, capitalism and profit, why does she not suggest practicing self-control as opposed to self-indulgence, also an American tradition? Drinking Coke (since its 1st bloom of popularity) cannot make a person fat or sick with Type- 2 diabetes if not consumed to excess and not programmed by one’s biology. Let me counter Dr. Shaw’s parental take on our modern world which blames selected foods and corporations to remind people that parents should allow their children to “explore the boundaries of their taste buds” but understand that excess is not good. It’s an informed conscience that should guide our behavior. I know what you are thinking! We live in two Americas now, and never the twain philosophies shall meet. Schools could help by re-teaching the golden mean.