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Can't we directly conclude from your argument that the obesity epidemy can be entirely solved by fixing the environment, which is probably easier than fixing th
by adrih 16y ago
Can't we directly conclude from your argument that the obesity epidemy can be entirely solved by fixing the environment, which is probably easier than fixing the genes ?
Heroin harms us because of our genetic makeup, yet we don't talk about how heroin-induced illness has genetic causes. We simply try to keep people away from heroin.
- MichaelSalib 16y agoNot necessarily. The point is that given the current environment, some people become obese and others do not. The difference between the two groups may be partly due to genetics. And actually, we do talk about the genetic basis for opioid addiction. I recall one doctor suggesting that a small percentage of the population are born addicted to opioids from birth whereas most people will have greater difficulty developing opioid addiction.
- jamesbritt 16y ago"And actually, we do talk about the genetic basis for opioid addiction." Plus, a major health issue with heroin is the shit product being sold. Attempts to restrict access makes it more dangerous to use.
- barrkel 16y agoThat would imply raising food prices specifically targeted at poorer people.
- stoney 16y agoYou could fix it by changing the environment - limited food rations, enforced exercise, etc. But the cost to society would probably outweigh the benefits.