Bad Eating Habits In America

Were you aware that in 2012, the percentage of overweight Americans, including obesity was about sixty nine percent of the entire country? That is over two hundred and twenty two million people! Being overweight is caused by many factors, not exercising, bad eating habits, stress, etc. But one of the most common reasons for the weight issue in America is the bad eating habits. People across the country are constantly consuming fatty, processed, fast food because it is in their opinion, more convenient. What these people do not realize is how these foods affect their health and life. If you think back to before America was industrialized, you will notice the extremely low percent of overweight people. Though what was the difference between then and now? The food we eat. Back then people were farming and growing their own fresh food and cooking it. No processed food with chemicals sprayed or in injected into them, no growth …show more content…
That is not an accurate statement. Fats are actually a vital nutrient for our bodies; they provide energy for people, helping them manage their weight, and helping lower their risk for heart diseases. What are needed to be avoided are the Trans fats. These fats are what make fried food so appealing. During the process of eating the fried food that is so pleasurable to Americans, they are simultaneously consuming dangerous, unhealthy components of the food. Trans fats have been directly linked to inflaming and clogging the arterial cells causing risks of heart attacks. On the other hand you have your fats in whole food. Whole foods being any food with little to no processing, refining, and no artificial additives. Natural and organic food. These fats are good for the body and can help with weight management, decreasing heart disease and natural aging. So no need to run away from fats, they are good for the body and