“What are we going to eat?” » is a big question that we ask ourselves three times a day. We eat the same types of foods over and over again. Most of our food comes from the supermarket, but many of us don't know where that food comes from. Most people don't realize the nutritional facts behind this fact. They simply fill the stomach. As Michael Pollan, the author of Omnivore's Dilemma, states: "The industrial food system is the single biggest reason why people are unhealthy and obese." However, eating organic foods is considered healthier than processed foods. I thought that even though processed foods are less nutritious and have harmful effects on humans, individual responsibilities are the biggest factor in obesity in the United States. Eating processed foods is your own responsibility, even though processed foods are convenient. People eat junk food, especially fast food, because it is quick and easy. Many people are very busy in their lives, such as working, studying and playing. We no longer live in the days when women stayed at home and did the cleaning. Fast food is everywhere as you can see today. He provided you with prompt and prompt service. Murray says, “While you're filling up the gas tank, you put in the Fritos and the Twinkies and the Coke, and someone brings your car to you. So the physical activity required to get in and get it is eliminated. » (quoted in Murry 33). It is accessible in your daily activities. You can get it over a short period of time, such as during lunch break at work and school. Brownlee says, “These guys ate at fast food restaurants because they had absolutely no interest in cooking for themselves and didn't care about the nutritional quality of the food. They didn't even care much about...... middle of paper ......doesn't have the right to control what they eat. People need to take their own responsibility for what they put into their bodies. People may choose to refuse fast food, but fast food suits them just fine. Even though fast food is everywhere, there are also health foods everywhere. For example, college cafeterias offer many different types of food. They offer fast food but also salads and fruits. You can choose fried chicken with fries or a subway sandwich with salad for your meal. In conclusion, stop blaming the food industry for making you fat while the choice is yours. If you truly care about your health and that of your family members, take the time to cook your own food, read the label before purchasing food, limit the consumption of your meals and finally, be reasonable as to what you put into your month..