Candy makers must take responsibility to tackle obesity and should act before regulators force their hands, says Mars Chocolate North America's president.
http://www.confectionerynews.com/Manufacturers/Step-up-on-obesity-before-regulators-bite-says-Mars-chief
Debra Sandler, president of Mars Chocolate North America said, "If we don't [act], I worry that someone else will do it for us.....don't wait for regulators to tell us what to do".
I have never met this woman and I know nothing about her business ethics but I think this is perhaps the best advice for all of us. Do we really need government telling us that a 48 ounce cup of soda is bad for our health? How many of us have investigated our kid's school lunch program or know what vending machine snacks are available for purchase?
In the article, Ms. Sandler's comments focus on product labeling, innovating to give consumers more choices and reformulating candy products to be more nutritionally sound. All excellent ideas - I think the calorie count label on the front of the package is a good start.
I love Mars candy and I'm a firm believer that candy, soda and other treats enjoyed in moderation are just fine. But treats are treats and not a substitute for healthy, nutritious food.
So get involved, take action and find out what your kids are eating. If you know what they are eating and it's not a healthy choice, don't wait for regulators to tell you what to do. Keep your parental right to choose alive.
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