Should Obesity Be Criminalised

Humans are expected (by God) to take care of the planet and its resources. This applies to how we use the land and the extent to which we farm its creatures for food. We have a responsibility to monitor our consumption so that we do not compromise our stewardship duties. The size of a "nations waistline" is therefore a matter of concern when it becomes excessive. In the west there are thousands of severely obese people which implies that resources are being overused. In order to fulfill our obligations to God, and protect the health of the nation, swift action must be taken to stop gluttony. This can only be done through legislation. It should be illegal for people to be over a certain weight. Transgressors must be imprisoned both as a punishment and to serve as a deterrent to others who might consider indulging in excessive food consumption.