EAT HEALTHY
FACTS:
- Annual cost for chronic conditions and diseases is BIG MONEY!
$117 billion for obesity
$66 billion for high blood pressure
$432 billion for heart disease and strokes
$50 billion for weight-loss aids, diet foods, supplements, and weight-loss medications,
yet obesity is still increasing
- 79% likelihood exists that an overweight child will become an overweight adult.
- 75% of adults don't eat the recommended daily 5 or more servings of fruits and vegetables.
- Snack consumption by children has increased 300% from 20 years ago
- 400,000 people die annually from poor eating habits and laziness.
- French fries are the most widely eaten vegetable
TAKE ACTION TODAY
- If you suffer from or have a family history of any of the mentioned chronic conditions or diseases, consult your family physician for dietary counseling.
- Although every individual is unique in his/her dietary needs, here are some ideas to help:
- Eat fewer foods with refined grains and sugars; reduce your intake of fatty foods; and eat smaller portions.
- Eat more dark green vegetables, legumes, fruits, whole grains, low-fat milk products, and lean meats.
- Eat slowly so that you will feel full before you've overeaten.
- Don't reward yourself or children with food.
- Develop a routine and eat at similar times each day.
- Drink plenty of water.
- Limit snacking
3. EAT TO LIVE; DON'T LIVE TO EAT
YOU MATTER
You deserve to be in good health. For most, diabetes, hypertension, and other obesity-related chronic diseases are preventable by simply eating healthily and exercising. You will feel better than ever both mentally and physically- the only way to really live. If you don't want to do it for yourself or your wallet, do it for those who love you.
JUST START....one day at a time.
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