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increased longevity et al

Posted: Sun Jan 24, 2016 1:02 am
by oolala53
Note these two sources regarding a rise in life expectancy AFTER the onset of increased sugar and snack consumption AND obesity in the U.S.

http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0005140.html

Life expectancy started to go up even more in the 70's even though weight increased.

But perhaps this helps explain it?
http://www.usgovernmentspending.com/healthcare_spending

Sure, we live longer, but it looks like it's because we just spend more.