The Perfect Storm for Obesity

August 2nd, 2014

We are currently at a point in human history where we lead the most sedentary lives.  Even 20 years ago, if you wanted to deposit a check at the bank, you would have to physically walk to the bank.  Now most of our chores can be accomplished sitting at the kitchen table.  While this may suggest progress and innovation improving our lives, this also means we are burning the least amount of calories per day in the history of mankind!

Are you eating the same or more than you did in the 1990’s?  If so, then you may need to cut back on your calories to account for the cutting back on physical activities.  Are you exercising?  If not, you should start now.  Exercise used to be considered a “luxury” in the past, but now I would say it is a necessity.  Incorporate exercise into your life and make it a high priority just as you would make meals, sleeping, and drinking water.