People are undoubtedly up in arms over what is possibly the most contentious government attempt to overhaul the way millions of people manage their own health. Protesters see this venture as unconstitutional in every sense of the word and if carried out, it would be the biggest healthcare controversy of my generation and would reshape the way millions choose to live their life.

I am, of course, talking about New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s proposal to ban super-sized soft drinks in the Big Apple. Right now, he’s pushing to bar restaurants, theaters, food cards, and sports arenas from serving sugary drinks larger than 16 ounces. Apparently, it’s a surefire way to combat obesity, the argument being that human beings are like goldfish and will keep eating whatever’s in front of them until they explode.

I thought I was old enough to make my own decisions in regard to what I do for my own health. I wake up every morning – reluctantly but still all on my own – put on my big boy clothes and make my way to the office without anyone holding my hand while I cross the street. Believe it or not, millions of people manage to do the same. So why do NYC dwellers need such regulations on what they drink?