The Way Americans Eat - The Business of Life (Episode 8)
Synopsis
Fifty states in the U.S. reported obesity rates over 20% in 1995, a stark increase from zero states just a generation earlier.
Synopsis
Michael Moynihan hosts a panel discussion in Chicago, Illinois, focusing on American eating habits. Experts Katherine Mag, Frederick Hoffman, and Danielle Nierenberg debate the implications of diets like veganism and paleo, while addressing the alarming obesity rates in the United States. They discuss the accessibility of healthy food, noting that many Americans cannot afford organic options or reach farmers' markets. The episode questions whether changes in dietary choices can improve public health outcomes amid a growing food crisis.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet food sustainability advocate Danielle Nberg.
- Find out why all 50 states have high obesity rates.
- See how agricultural policies impact food choices.
Did You Know
- In 1995, zero states in the U.S. had an obesity rate over 20%.
- As of the documentary's airing in 2015, all 50 states had obesity rates over 20%.
- The documentary features experts like Katherine Magu-Ward and Danielle Nberg discussing food sustainability.
- The U.S. has a history of agricultural subsidies that are considered counterproductive.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of states in the US had an obesity rate over 20% in 1995?
In 1995, zero states had an obesity rate over 20%.
What is the focus of Danielle Nberg's work?
Danielle Nberg is the founder and president of Food Tank, which focuses on food sustainability and solutions to hunger, poverty, and obesity.
What is one issue with American agricultural policy mentioned in the documentary?
American agricultural policy includes tangled agriculture subsidies and protectionism on sugar, making cane sugar more expensive while corn sugar is cheaper.
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