There's always so much talk about health care and all the problems that come with trying to "reform" such a damaged, yet entrenched, system.

So it's always refreshing to see someone step up and – instead of just adding another voice to the cacophony – do something about it.

The latest example comes out of Whole Foods, where they've instated a wellness program to encourage employees to lose weight and the cigarettes. The incentive comes in the form of an increased employee discount, which jumps from 20 percent to 30 percent for those who hit certain goals regarding cholesterol, blood pressure and body mass index. Oh yeah, and you've got to drop the nicotine.

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