What's the Best Way to Break Society's Bad Habits? The Paradox of Prohibition Dan Okrent, author, "Last Call" It was actually harder to get alcohol once prohibition was replaced with regulations. Maybe this is what the mayor really has in mind. Banning Supersize Sodas Isn't the Answer Georgianna Donadio, author, "Changing Behavior" To address the real cause for why we overeat and smoke, Bloomberg should ban public displays of rude and insulting behavior. When Government Can Help, It Must Ronald Bayer, Columbia's Center for the History and Ethics of Public Health Social institutions promote habits like overeating and smoking, so there is a moral imperative for social institutions to combat them. People Listen to Health Care Providers Rashawn Ray, sociologist When individuals understand why they need to increase physical activity and stop eating certain foods, they usually alter bad habits. Facebook's Promise, and Pitfalls Holly Korda, health systems researcher Social media are a great way to spread information, but information doesn't always change behaviors. Change Is an Inside Job Lacey Stone, celebrity fitness trainer What is really needed is a shift in the way we perceive feeding and taking care of our bodies through exercise and nutrition.