What does the author think is responsible for people's poor eating habits?
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If anything gets in the way of our good eating, it's
lifestyle. When you get home from work late, why
spend an hour in front of the stove when you can spend
two minutes at the microwave? And doesn't that
oatmeal box claim to be a good source of calcium for
our kids, never mind the small print listing 14 grams of
sugar? A small soda at the movies could satisfy a
family of four. Even schools have vending machines.
O They do not know how to correctly read the nutrition
information on food packages
O They do not know how to prepare healthy meals that
are both inexpensive and quick
O They often choose foods that are quick and
convenient instead of ones that are healthy.
They spend time thinking about work and
entertainment instead of thinking about food.