NYCs new soda ban is set to become official in March of this year. There has been vast opinions from both sides concerning this issue. I'm still not sure how I feel about this issue. 'Cause while I do think it's about an individual taking responsibility for their health; but at the same time, is it right that our officials has gone to the extent of being "nannys" as they are now calling it?

If we look at it from a statistical standpoint, things are out of control. I guess the question now becomes, is this morally the right thing to do? Is Mayor Bloomberg actually saying "I am" enforcing this new regulation because New Yorkans in poorer communities have absolutely no self control?

You know, "we" are always big on not having the government in our business, yet, in the grand scheme of things, there appears to be times were it is absolutely necessary for the government too step in. It reminds me of the whole controversy with cigarettes in the late 80's and early 90's. I remember when it seemed like all of NYC was in uproar, when smoking zones were announced. It was interesting to see people's reactions when restaurants asked "smoking or non-smoking"? I can tell you, as a non-smoker this (then) new regulation changed quality of living for the better. Even as a child, my eyes used to burn badly from consistent exposure to second hand smoke. Today, non-smokers can enjoy a meal in the restaurant without someone in the table next to you blowing cigarette smoke in your direction. Well, It boils down to, if you can't stop people from smoking, you can try to create a situation to were it is better managed.

I am curious, what is your take on this? Send me your comments to: sugar@diabeticradio.com

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