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.

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