Howard Hewett

Obesity is a problem faced by both children and adults alike,
worldwide. The number of cases of obesity in America has continued to
rise by a great amount over the years. With more people engaging
themselves in various tiring activities and therefore having little
time to cook nutritious, healthy food at home and opting to eat fast
food, there could be no confusion as to how a large number of people
are suffering from obesity in America.

The major culprit of
obesity in America is food habits in which people consume more than is
required by the body. On top of over eating, people gain no physical
exertion which adds up to the misery. It should be noted however that
hormone disorders could also contribute towards obesity in America and
it is not always the patients  unhealthy lifestyle alone.

Obesity in America could lead to various health terms and serious
disorders. These health conditions include the patient suffering from
severe depression and low self-esteem due to their size, who would
therefore find it extremely difficult to lead a normal life as their
social standing could be affected. Serious diseases include heart
disease and diabetes. In the most serious cases, obesity could even
result in death.

Although fat cells are difficult to deal with
scientists have come up with certain methodologies to combat the
situation. Obesity in America could be treated and cured.  This would
require a strict diet and vigorous exercises to help you shed the
pounds. Other choices included gastric bypass surgery or implanting an
adjustable stomach, but that is only if you are at least 100 pounds
overweight and have a BMI over 40. It should be noted that these
treatments come at a high cost, which means that you should be aware of
your financial status before contemplating surgery.

These
surgeries to treat obesity in America would be of no use if you do not
undergo a change in lifestyle and eating habits. Therefore what you eat
and how much you eat should be something you are always mindful of.
Ensure that your children lead a healthy lifestyle too as obesity is
common among children as well. A study conducted by the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), showed that children who are
overweight between the ages of 10-15 years are very likely to be obese
at the age of 25.

Co-author: Ascensiasial Glucose Strips.