Opinion: Government Should Implement Policies To Curb Overeating.

Dose” blog contributor Deborah Cohen commended the FDA for recently implementing a ban on trans fats, while noting that to improve national health meaningfully, Americans must stop consuming products high in sugar, salt, and fat in excess. Since “banning foods that can be harmful if consumed in less-than-moderate amounts is not a socially acceptable solution,” Cohen suggested considering policies that would limit their accessibility and standardizing reasonable meal portions for restaurants. http://www.usnews.com/opinion/blogs/policy-dose/2015/07/10/after-trans-fats-target-americas-overeating