A word from the French
Americans are known 
around the world for eating cheeseburgers, french fries and sodas, but when we think about it…don’t some of the European countries eat just as fatty foods. Italians eat pasta and gelato and drink vino with most meals. The French are known for cheese, pastries and coffee.
Well, Americans can diet, exercise and try to avoid fast foods, but the government has not stepped in. However, in France, officals are considering an increased sales tax on extra sugary, salty or fatty food products.
The AP reported that details of the food tax still need to be determined. It is unclear wheteher fat-rich cheeses in the marketplace will be taxed, or only processed foods.
Whatever the case, can you imagine if foods that were high in salt, sugar or fat were taxed here. We would all go broke or starve.
Let me know what you think!
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Shyamli replied:
Eating patterns are generally based out geographic location, the weather and you lifestyle. The French don’t lead a sedentary lifestyle and since europeans in general always eat full and filling meals they barely crave junk food or snacks in middle of the meals.
Taking time over a meal and enjoying it with other people is a great way to keep a check on how much you eat and what it is that you do eat. The European custom of slow food and their passion for good and nice soul food is what keeps their figures in check.
Also, this way eating becomes associated to socialising and prevent habitual snacking or eating.
That said, there are plenty of big men and women out there as well, just not obese. The cheese they eat is usually locally produced, not processed and lower in sodium and wine in moderation is good for blood cholesterol levels.
I hope this helps.
August 26, 2009 at 5:29 pm. Permalink.