Two-thirds of American adults are overweight, and half of these are obese (Lambert). What leads Americans to be overweight? Americans have a fast paced culture that includes fast food. Fast food provides the convenience of food, without the time it takes to make a meal. Over seven percent of Americans visit a McDonalds daily and 20 to 25 percent go to some sort of fast-food restaurant (Lambert). There is this belief that bigger is better, bigger cars, bigger houses, and bigger phones. The same could be said about food. By eating healthier and changing things during their daily lives, Americans can help fight obesity.
Obesity is a health risk that can lead to other health complications. The more obese a person is the more likely they are to …show more content…
It can seem that all the good foods are bad for your health. These can include desserts, candy, fried foods, and fast foods. By completely cutting out these foods, one will simply crave them more often. So the foods that aren’t as healthy are okay to consume in moderation. American portion sizes have ballooned from what they were. When consuming more food, they are also consuming more calories. Americans are consuming 200 more calories than they did about 20 years ago. That alone can add 20 pounds to one person’s weight (Lambert). By watching the amount of food that is eaten, one can have a healthier diet. One that many find happening is snacking. Many of the snacks that are eaten aren’t that healthy. Somethings to do instead are drink more water. Another thing is eating fruits or vegetables, or healthy …show more content…
Many foods that are consumed contain large amounts of salt. A large salt intake increases blood pressure. About 2,300 milligrams is ideal per day, or on Nutrition Facts labels with 20% sodium or less (Health risks). Proteins are needed in small portions to protect kidneys. This can come from chicken, fish, diary, beans, or nuts. Phosphorus protects bones and blood vessels. Some foods that is high in phosphorous are dairy, beans, bran cereals, and oatmeal. Potassium helps nerves and muscles work properly. With very high or low levels, nerves and muscles can work abnormally. Oranges and bananas, brown and wild rice, and potatoes and tomatoes, all are high in potassium. A well-balanced diet is needed to have the body
Obesity is a health risk that can lead to other health complications. The more obese a person is the more likely they are to …show more content…
It can seem that all the good foods are bad for your health. These can include desserts, candy, fried foods, and fast foods. By completely cutting out these foods, one will simply crave them more often. So the foods that aren’t as healthy are okay to consume in moderation. American portion sizes have ballooned from what they were. When consuming more food, they are also consuming more calories. Americans are consuming 200 more calories than they did about 20 years ago. That alone can add 20 pounds to one person’s weight (Lambert). By watching the amount of food that is eaten, one can have a healthier diet. One that many find happening is snacking. Many of the snacks that are eaten aren’t that healthy. Somethings to do instead are drink more water. Another thing is eating fruits or vegetables, or healthy …show more content…
Many foods that are consumed contain large amounts of salt. A large salt intake increases blood pressure. About 2,300 milligrams is ideal per day, or on Nutrition Facts labels with 20% sodium or less (Health risks). Proteins are needed in small portions to protect kidneys. This can come from chicken, fish, diary, beans, or nuts. Phosphorus protects bones and blood vessels. Some foods that is high in phosphorous are dairy, beans, bran cereals, and oatmeal. Potassium helps nerves and muscles work properly. With very high or low levels, nerves and muscles can work abnormally. Oranges and bananas, brown and wild rice, and potatoes and tomatoes, all are high in potassium. A well-balanced diet is needed to have the body