The United States And Its Impact On Health Care - 1649 Words

The United Sates economy has been deemed unsatisfactory by its politicians and citizens alike. However, instead of attacking the problems that have been plaguing the American economy, Kensian and trickle-down economics are used as a bandaid for short term economic downturns. In order for the United States to improve its economy in a dramatic, longlasting way, major issues such as excesive health care costs, reliance on foreign fossil fuels, and illegal immigration and outsourcing must be faced and solved through dynamic, innovative methods. One way to improve health care in the United States is to switch to a more proactive approach. The way in which health care the US is currently operating is reactive, which involves seeking and†¦show more content†¦(Calkins) Nutritionists would play a necessary role in a proactive healthcare system. It is estimated that healthier diets may prevent $71 billion per year in medical costs, lost productivity, and the value of premature deaths associated with these conditions. (Frazà £o) There is a strong correlation between the introduction of additives, such as artificial sweeteners, high fructose corn syrup, and trans fats, in the American diet and the obesity epidemic, both of which began in the early 1960 s. (AHA) Although many people know these substance are unhealthy, they are not aware of how often these additives are present in foods deemed as healthy. These substances are found in staple foods, such as frozen food, baked goods, processed foods, jelly, juice, sodas, whole-grain breads, cereals, ketchup, crackers, yogurt, sweet pickles, applesauce, salad dressing, ice cream, breakfast bars, lunch meats, canned fruits, dairy products, sweetened beverages and added to some meats. (Siegel) Since this is such a deeply rooted problem that has not yet been solved through the efforts of educating the public, specialists are necessary to resolve this costly problem. (Calkins) America s use of nonrenewable resources has a lso had a negative affect on the country s economy. The United State s use of fossil fuels has made it dependent on other countries, allowed it to continue an outdated,