According to the current data we have a huge worldwide problem when it comes to weight gain, and obesity,
What ideas do you have to improve this situation?
Simply comment to this post below, and maybe we can help solve this major health challenge.
Jim
I just read the latest research report stating that America continues to gain weight year after year. The study stated the fact that 31 states showed an increase in obesity in the year 2005. It is considered official that obesity rates are at 25% or greater in 13 states, mainly in the south. Obesity must be stopped!
The more and more obese people get, the greater the strain on their health; thus, resulting in huge demands on the healthcare system. Let’s face it, obesity kills! We, as a nation, must fight this battle, and halt the obesity rates immediately.
Due to the fact that food is widely available, and physical activity is on the decline, people are packing on the pounds at record pace. As a matter of fact, the high fats, high sugar, and processed foods are the cheapest, and easiest to consume. Therefore, the not so well off people tend to buy these health hurting foods.
What needs to be done immediately?
First, more education needs to be done. We need to blitz the press about the benefits of physical activity. We need to educate individuals on how easy it is to incorporate fitness plans into their lives. Everyone, if not physically disabled, should be participing in an exercise program. We need to hit this point harder.
Food manufacturers need to highlight how many calories are in a portion. We must strart thinking calories!
The government could also help us promote physical activity by allowing more budget money on walking trails, and exercise incentives. Our employers should provide us with education, and incentives to keep weight in control, and exercise.
And finally, our health insurance companies should be rewarding people who work at maintaining a health weight, and participate on a fitness plan.
Together, we can all help halt obesity. Our health, and longevity depends upon it.
A new 10 year study of more than 500,000 people was just published stating individuals who are overweight by 50 have a 20% - 40% increased risk of premature death within the next decade. Individuals who were considered obese, a BMI of above 30, had a whopping 100% - 200% increased risk of premature death within the next decade.
The moral of the whole story is to take responsibility of your health by exercising on a regular basis, eating healthier foods with smaller portions, and pay close attention to your body fat and overall weight.
My biggest advice is to re-evaluate what a typical portion actually is. Cut down the portion size, and increase physical activity. Take a weekly assessment to determine if enough exercise has been done. If not, schedule times for activity. Your health, and longevity may depends upon it.
Since my wife and I are three weeks away from delivering our first child, I decided to share this information with you.
Congratulations on your pregnancy! Now that you know you are expecting, there are many different things that you will need to prepare for. Even if you have never had a baby before, you probably already know that your health and well-being is very important for the health of your baby throughout this pregnancy.
Exercise- You know that exercise is important but how much exercise and what kinds can you do while you are pregnant? Well, it also varies depending on your health, your stage in your pregnancy and your doctor advice. In the beginning of your pregnancy, most everything you did before will still be safe to do while pregnant unless you participated in extreme or dangerous sports. Ask your doctor to be sure if you have any questions.
As you progress throughout the stages of your pregnancy, you will need to revert to low-impact exercise but common pregnancy exercises include walking, yoga and swimming. Swimming is actually a fantastic choice all the way to your delivery date. The water helps reduce pressure on your body and can be very soothing and comfortable while still giving you the workout you need. There are also many fitness and health centers that have programs designed for pregnant women and you get the added bonus of having someone to talk to while you are there that understands your situation.
Before you begin any new exercise program, you need to ask your doctor to be sure it is safe. You should also be sure you always stay properly hydrated while exercising and that you warm up properly, start slow and sop immediately if you experience anything painful or unusual. If you experience cramps, contractions, pain or bleeding, you should stop what you are doing immediately and see a doctor.
Water- Exercise and diet is very important during your pregnancy but you may not know how truly beneficial water is. Your body needs tons of water anyway but especially now that you are pregnant. Water can also help prevent preterm labor and contractions and help keep your skin healthy too. Drinking water can help prevent UTI (urinary tract infections) and helps reduce bloating and swelling. It can help alleviate constipation and hemorrhoids as well. These are actually just some of the many benefits of water while you are pregnant. You should drink at least eight glasses of water a day. You might want to carry a container or bottle of water around with you so that you can sip on water throughout your day.
Diet- In addition to exercise and water, your diet will play a very important role in your health and well-being. In addition to the normal reasons why your diet is important, it also helps your emotional state. During pregnancy, you have a lot of emotions and hormone changes that can feel pretty overwhelming. A healthy and balanced diet can help alleviate some of this. You also need to remember that what you ingest, your baby gets too so the healthier you eat for baby, the better you both will be.
Dental care- The health of your teeth and gums is also very important during pregnancy which is something you may not have thought of before. If you haven’t had a dental checkup recently, it is a good time to get one. Tooth and gum disease can lead to problems in your pregnancy such as premature birth.
Mental health- Mood swings are also very common during pregnancy but if you feel you are falling into depression, it is important that you seek help with that. Postpartum depression and even depression during the pregnancy can be very harmful to you and your baby so be sure you talk to someone if you are feeling your emotions are out of control or if you feel like you don’t have a very good support system throughout the pregnancy.
Taking the time to be sure you have and maintain the proper health and well-being during your pregnancy is giving your baby the best possible start in life. You also ensure that you will remain as healthy and happy as possible during your pregnancy and once your new little one arrives in the world.
There was a new study just published at Harvard Medical School in Boston that found the proportion of overweight babies has risen by almost two-thirds over the past two decades. This translates into 10 percent of all babies born. That number is way too big!
The study actually showed an increase obesity rate for the infant if, in fact, the mother was vastly overweight throughout her pregnancy.
However, don’t blame it all on pregnancy weight, and genes. We all teach our children certain nutrition values starting at an early age. In fact, young children tend to model our eating behavior as they grow up. If you have poor eating habits, there is also a good change your child will too. Remember, your child is watching every move you make!
Learning poor eating habits in early years can lead to childhood, and adult obesity which possibly results in heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Start your kids off in life on the right foot with sound, steady nutritional values. Always remember, they are watching you!