Sobering, but true. Regardless of the obvious political slant of the writer, the above information is very true. In a capitalist economy, for better or worse, $ take precedence over sensibility. The hope is (in a perfect world) that adequate checks and balances comprising of intelligent people diverting their money in healthier directiions will likewise divert marketing in the direction of what the consumer wants. We see this currently in the surge of low-carb food marketing and products out there, and it's certainly not due to any great concern over the health of America by most companies, but by where folks are going to spend their $.

What is particularly troubling, however, is the power of the food industry lobbies over organizations such as the FDA who give eating recommendations to the public. Truly this aspect of government should be focused on the factual elements of health and not swayed by lobbies in this important area.