Reform Food Stamp Program ; Stop Abuse and Misuse and Save Millions

The Food Stamp Program should be modified so that only food staples can be purchased. We have an obesity and diabetes epidemic in our country. It is absurd that food stamps can be used to purchase candy, soft drinks, and any kind of junk as long as it is labeled "grocery". This needs to be changed immediately! This program is a valuable program but it should be used for foods with good nutritional value only!
Not only does junk food waste taxpayer money, it does not provide necessary nutrition and helps to create serious health problems that become an expensive drain on our health care system. Mrs. Obama has become an advocate for healthy living for kids.She should be commended for her efforts. We should encourage healthy living and eating for all Americans, especially the poor