I am opposed to Government trying to regulate this problem. I do think that some Government policies add to obesity. Selling cokes, candy bars and junk food in our schools is ridiculous. I think people are discouraged from walking and bike riding. Road construction frequently does not include sidewalks or bike lanes. I think it is good to require labels on packaged food and fast food to provide nutritional information. Physical Education should be encouraged or required in our schools.
I cannot see Government starting to police food choice, it has a hard enough time at the FDA approving new drugs.
I have noticed this, and it sucks. A serious public health issue. Better for the environment, better for people's health, if there is a walkway and bikeway. Moreover, how can children go out and play if there is no footpath? These roads without footpaths are quite dangerous for the pedestrian.