While overeating is a major part of the problem, although it has the same number of calories, fructose stimulates more insulin release than glucose. More insulin=more hunger=more double whoppers with cheese=more obesity.
Well, that and playing x-box for hours on end.
Yea, and eating four pieces instead of two.
Of course, that is correct, but it really dovetails with the problem of a total lack of discipline in consumption anymore. If you've 2 whoppers today and are still physically hungry ... something has to click, 'you know, I've had 2 whoppers today - maybe I should have a salad. Or maybe I should wait a few hours and have grilled chicken.'
There are those of us that have consumed HFCS for decades and are not obese. There are also those of us that can say to yourself, 'this 5 pounds I've gained has to come off'. When it gets to 30, 50, 100 pounds or more, it is because you have no discipline, no respect for yourself and no consideration for those around you.
We have got to stop placing more blame on the food than we do the people consuming the food before the obesity problem begins to get solved. As a side note ... we have also got to stop making spandex pants in plus sizes. Yikes!