The Unintended Effects of Obesity on Health

Health halo effects may explain why people are more likely to order dessert and more sugary drinks with a quote-unquote Healthier sub at Subway. Denmark ended up canceling its saturated fat tax on meat and dairy and shelving their sugar tax because the farming and food company interests claimed too many jobs would be lost if people ate healthier. The concern about unintended consequences shouldn't paralyze our efforts But should serve up a healthy dose of humility when considering policy proposals.