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Why is this so? Americans are feeling fine, despite having the highest rate of obesity worldwide. Ninety-one percent of Americans feel well and seventy-six percent consider themselves healthy (survey released by Health Dialog). There in lies the danger. Not only is obesity one of the most widespread health problem in the United States, it is a direct link to chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, cancer, kidney failure, etc.
Of course, most people do not know this; and the way our capitalistic society is set-up, that message will not come to the surface very much in order to make a difference. It would be great if people could realize that lifestyle factors are actually life-and-death factors.
What is ironic is that many of these diseases are preventable, as I know personally. I figured out a way to lose my obesity status and reversed my type 2 diabetes. I did this without sacrifice, or any kind of hunger strike. The truth was I finally got to a point of enough fear (like death) that motivated me to get serious.
In addition, chronic disease is the leading cause of death and disability globally, representing sixty percent of all deaths. This bad health epidemic is spreading and there is a lot to do for both human and economical solutions to survive.
In addition, to those who say “shame on those people who are sufferers,” I say “yes” and “no.” The yes reply is obvious for those who can afford correct food and freedom to exercise (like taking a walk without being at risk). However, the no reply is because of governments not standing up for the health rights of individuals, who are forced to eat what is thrown at them, and having the inability to exercise freely in their neighborhoods or villages.
If you are reading this, I hope you can understand the risks of life-and-death factors involved at being overweight or obese; and decide that you want out. It really is not complicated; just find out what to eat or avoid what not to eat and to exercise every day.
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