Obesity is quite a sensitive topic in today’s world.
Obviously it is not very polite to call someone fat or to say that they are obese because they would find that very offensive, but also it is hard to talk to someone about there weight problem if they do have one because it has become such a sensitive and taboo topic in today’s society.
This creates many problems because although it is impolite to talk to someone about their weight, there are times where it can cause serious health issues if it gets out of hand, and the only way to solve these issues is to talk about how a change in lifestyle needs to take place.
Now I know some people will disagree with me, but I think it is good that no one should be judged by their weight, but this can’t create a shadow over the issues that being overweight can cause.
It seems that our society is shifting to a way in which it embraces being overweight and no longer looks at it as a problem but as the norm and this is because of the fact that these issues are being overshadowed by the love your body movement and different things of that nature.
I think some changes need to be made because while it is good for everyone to love their body, there also needs to be a time where people realize that maybe they are overweight and some lifestyle changes should be made. Im not saying that we all need to slim down to the point where we look like models because that is unhealthy too, but we just need to look at ways to live a better and more healthy lifestyle where we are able to talk about our weight.
In order to do this, I just want to talk about some diet choices that can be made to make this process go more smoothly.
You can still eat as much food as you normally do, and by normal I mean within reason, but it just needs to be healthy food choices. Now by healthy I mean foods like fruits, vegetables, poultry, beans, nuts, fish, and whole grains. Looking at that list, I think that would be pretty manageable and would still taste pretty good too!
Now there are some foods that you also want to stay away from that may appear healthy. These foods are red meat, sweetened drinks and yes this includes fruit juices, refined grains, processed meat, and potatoes which includes french fries and things of that nature.
Some of those items may have been obvious and some may not have. Both of those lists are a starting point if you want to pursue a healthy diet, and there are obviously a few more things that could be added to each list but that gives you a general idea.
Another important component I just want to add is that exercise is also important in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Being active keeps your body up to par and will aid in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Now I could go on and on for quite some time, but I will just cut it off there. I know that people will disagree with some of the statements that I made, but I think there is some truth in what I had to say.
Being in this neurochemistry class and seeing the effect that obesity can have on people makes me think that it is something that can’t be beaten unless you talk to someone about it.
Without the help of those around you, obesity can get the best of you and changing your lifestyle can be very difficult. That is the sole reason why I think our society needs to more openly accept talking about obesity as a problem and not just embrace it.
Obesity: What Can You Really Do?
