Quick Fix ?

       I was just reading about the diabetes problem with kids 18 and under. Also the fact that many kids, 18 and under, are having gastric bypass surgery. That says to me, that we have a serious problem with what we are eating and teaching our kids today. I'm aware that everyone doesn't share my opinion so, I would like to know what some of those opinions are.
     I also have a problem with kids having surgery for a problem that could be fixed with knowledge, discipline, hard work and support. What does it teach our kids? I know that some problems have gotten so far out of control that drastic measures need to be taken but, why did it get that way in the first place?! Please send in your comments!!!