Here is increasing evidence that the relatively large amounts of salt, fat, and sugar found in convenience and processed foods not only enhances their flavor, but also encourages overeating and puts consumers at risk for diseases like obesity and diabetes. In view of these considerations, should public-health and other officials issue laws and regulations limiting the size and content of these foods?

Yes there must be some laws and regulations to be followed by the manufacturer to ensure the health of the people.

Explanation:

If there are evidences seen in the processed food is causing health problems in the people consuming them.

Anything that is not healthy when consumed for a longer term and in a huge amount is unhealthy for the body.

The processed foods like burger, fries, candies, cakes have artificial flavors and taste enhancers in them.

These artificial and chemical substances tend to cause obesity and diabetes in people. Therefore, for the concern of health there must be some regulations to use the optimum amount of substances that does not affects the health of people.