There is a national obesity epidemic. Add to that, obesity is a major contributor to some of the leading causes of death in the U.S., including heart disease, stroke, diabetes and some types of cancer. Fixing Our Obesity Epidemic We need some serious help. Obviously just knowing that we need to eat right (and exercise) isn’t […]
Causes of Obesity A person gains weight when more calories are consumed than the body will use. Excess calories are converted to fat. But that is more an explanation as to how weight is gained than as to why. Causes of obesity include age, gender, genetics, psychological profile, and environmental influences — although risk factors may be the […]
Obesity in America HOW WE GOT HERE: A FAT, SICK SOCIETY WITH A HIGH STANDARD OF LIVING Well, it sounded like a good idea… in response to demands that our food be safe, cheap, and abundant, the American government has been a factor in the production, regulation, research, innovation, and economics of our food supply. However, […]
Have you considered starting a garden? Here's how to get started. Remember put your hands to GOOD USE. Keep them busy so they don't start idly popping comfort foods into your mouth during this stressful time. AND gardening is a great stress reliever. #MyBariatricLife #bariatrics #bariatric www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1ixWDKDmjo
Lockdown: Gardening Through the Coronavirus Crisis
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Are you self-isolating or in lockdown because of COVID-19? Join the club! But with the right mindset - and our gardens - we’ll get through this. This enforce...
