Causes Of Obesity In America

Obesity, according to a number of studies, is one of the greatest problems in the realm of the United States of America and more and more persons are getting obese, an indication of declining general health. What do these studies say? As indicated by them, the quantity of obese children and adults, in the past three decades, has factually exploded in the U.S. What has been the greatest reason of this obesity? Well, there are lots of reasons and some other less well-known theories are there as well. There is simply no doubt that the spate of obesity should be controlled.

Now let's get into the subject and find out the basic reason behind the growth of obesity. As per researchers, this is the natural fallout of American society. Do you have any idea of the eating habits of Americans? They, irrespective of age, have become familiar with eating larger portions per meal and this can translate into their own kitchens even. Go to any American home and you will find how they prefer to cook and serve larger meals. What is more, every day they do consume foods that contain perilous ingredients.

There is also the dominance of fast food in the American society. As indicated by studies, consumption of fast food meals has quadrupled, if not more, from 1977 to 1996 and it's growing with the passing of each year. This brings to the fore conclusion that more people don't have the time or fondness to cook meals from scratch at home. What are the most preferred fast foods? Well, they include big burgers, large fries, chicken nuggets, pizza with lots of toppings, stuffed to the brim tacos, heavy milkshakes and sugary soft drinks. In these foods there is the high presence of fatty cheese and sauces that lead to corpulence. It should be accepted that these foods taste great and are okay to eat in moderation. Nevertheless there is a greater danger. Americans are substituting these foods for meals on a daily basis.

There was, indeed, a time when the majority of people ate a moderately nutritious meal for breakfast, lunch and dinner and fast foods occasionally. Alas! The situation is no more.

The next important cause of obesity among Americans is the inhuman dearth of exercise. Many people are found to rely on healthy foods only to retain a healthy weight but this is not enough. It is necessary to exercise also and it should be regular basis. What types of exercises should be done? These may include going to the gym, playing a game of tennis, biking around the neighborhood or going out for a brisk walk around the park. Whatever it is, you have to get engaged with the activity and reduce weight. It's also true that scores of people have a mental block when it comes to exercise. Reason? It's been so long since they've done it. It's like exercise is almost a dirty word for some. However there is hardly any other way to get rid of obesity.

Genetics and family history do play an important role in the growth of obesity. Nonetheless even this factor, with the help of guidance and effort, can be conquered. But keep in mind that there is the need of a hard work and you shall have to proceed by examining your own lifestyle.

• Felicia Byrnes
• 14/05/2009, 3:59 AM
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