Childhood obesity in the US is rising at an alarming rate. I think this is a direct reflection of the overall trend of obesity throughout the US. Of course we've all heard stories about how people have sued fast food places like McDonald's for making their children overweight. However, what are your thoughts about this. When children are obese, is it the parents' fault? Sure, some of this is driven by heredity, but for those who are obese, its more likely due to bad eating behaviors.