Nutritional Statistics
Why are so many people between the ages of 19-50 overweight?
Reasons:
Post Secondary Students:
- on own and free to eat whatever
- stress = less working out, more eating
- "Freshman 15"- typically 3-10 lbs in first year
- easier to buy (processed/ fast) foods while away; not home cooked nutritious meals
- lack of sleep; not letting body recharge
- excessive/daily drinking (alcohol)
- can not afford to always buy foods/ gym membership
Working Class:
- not walking/biking to work
- more convenient to go out for lunch (processed/ fast foods)
- post pregnancy weight
- excessive/daily drinking (alcohol)
- stress= less working out, more eating
Obesity can also be hereditary or influenced by the environment/upbringing.
Certain medications can also influence the weight being gained.