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Great point all around. The author also didn't take into account that poverty drives obesity arguably more than his happiness theory. Unhealthy food is much c
by cullenking 16y ago
Great point all around. The author also didn't take into account that poverty drives obesity arguably more than his happiness theory. Unhealthy food is much cheaper than healthier food - look at the menu of McDonalds vs the price of fresh vegetables, breads etc. You can mitigate this to a point with bulk foods, however that requires an initial investment which is often not possible for a poor family.
- derefr 16y agoYou could argue that poverty drives unhappiness, which supports his original argument.
- dools 16y agoI'm interested to know where you live that this is true! The only reasons I can imagine poverty would lead to poor food choice is lack of education or lack of facilities to prepare meals (ie. those living in transient conditions). I come from Australia and can whole heartedly say that if you know the basics of food preparation and have access to a kitchen eating healthily is like a fifth of the cost of eating McDonalds!
- jonathanwallace 16y agoUrban areas are noted for their lack of quality grocery stores: http://www.google.com/search?aq=0&oq=lack+of+grocery+stores&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&q=lack+of+grocery+stores+in+urban+areas http://www.google.com/search?aq=0&oq=lack+of+grocery+sto... When you factor in travel costs and time, the price inequality between cheap fast food and good quality food is exacerbated.
- cullenking 16y agoSorry for the late reply. I live in Portland Oregon, USA. Last time I checked, a person can eat at McDonalds for $1-2 per meal if they don't mind eating the same thing all the time. It's hard without buying bulk staples like rice, beans etc to buy and cook for a family for that cheap.