The Blame Game: Who’s Responsible for Health and Wellness?

The United States spends more money on healthcare than any other country, and one contributing factor for America’s astronomical healthcare costs is obesity. The majority of American adults are either overweight or obese, which puts millions of Americans at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain cancers, and other chronic diseases. Obesity-related illnesses constitute more than 20% of U.S. healthcare costs; this serves as a strong catalyst for government interventi…