"When I was growing up in the 1950s, it seemed no child was obese. There were also no sugar-free versions of sodas, and there were not many low-calorie food alternatives."

Taxing soda won’t reduce obesity; making kids and adults exercise more will

"When I was growing up in the 1950s, it seemed no child was obese. There were also no sugar-free versions of sodas, and there were not many low-calorie food alternatives.

What was the difference then? Kids walked, took physical education classes and were active after school. Today, too many children and adults get virtually no exercise. More taxes are not the answer; more physical activity is."