Dive Summary:

• The Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) has released a strongly worded statement insisting that legislation and bans of food and beverages is not the way to combat obesity.
• This reaction comes after the New York Times published excerpts from a new book by reporter Michael Moss claiming food producers are consciously getting people addicted to fats and salts.
• The GMA has had a tough battle recently as Mayor Bloomberg's ban of large sugary drinks is set to take effect next week.

From the article:

President Pam Bailey added: “The root causes of obesity are well known. Too many calories consumed from any source, combined with a sedentary lifestyle are the main risk factors for obesity.

“To achieve and maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle, consumers must learn to balance calories consumed
through food and beverages with the appropriate amount of physical activity as recommended by the Dietary
Guidelines for Americans.”