There is strong evidence that if the people of the United States regulated the foods they allowed to be sold, there would be a decrease in cardiovascular disease (Mehta and Chang 436+). Healthier foods sold by factories, healthier food choices made by Americans, and healthier diet and exercise programs would make the American population healthier overall. Mehta and Chang believe that changes in health choices for your body's well-being could reduce obesity rates (436). A reduction in the rate of obesity would lead to a reduction in the rate of cardiovascular disease. A reduction in the rate of cardiovascular disease would lead to an increase in life expectancy. In conclusion, obesity has become a growing problem in the United States and we must take a stand against this problem for our future success. American citizens must take a stand against factories and companies that sell unhealthy foods. To become a healthier country, American citizens must become more disciplined and stop eating unhealthy foods. It's time for