Less Weight Doesn't Give Obesity A Chance

Many in America are struggling to keep their weight down and as the New Year rolls in more people will be looking to reduce their weight and while some will be successful, many will wind up carrying the same amount of weight or more into the next year and the next year very simply because losing weight is something that is easier said then done. It is perplexing for many as they have tried many different diets to limited success but this is not surprising.

Research is now showing that obesity is a problem that is occurring very early on and at least one third of all babies 9 months old are already obese in this country and although many of them will not wind up staying obese this figure is still quite staggering for most people to hear. So what really are the factors that determine obesity?

It is believed that heredity is a major factor player, but this isn't really surprising, due to the poor eating habits passed down through consecutive generations that in effect will change the actual genetic makeup that the child is receiving. It now cannot be denied that the size and weight of your parents and their parents do factor into your chances of being obese. The ole saying of "we are what we eat, has been proven to be very true and prophetic. The lucky ones can eat whatever they wish without concern about obesity, but this certainly isn't for the majority of the normal population. Anyone with this new research information can change the outcome for themselves by eating a diet that is more natural, healthy and processed food free. You do have a choice in what your children will have to deal with by changing your diet now.

The nature of modern medical advancements and regular health checkups can usually give you a general ideal of your risk for obesity as well as do a risk assessment for you children concerning obesity at a later date. It used to be that doctors only treated diseases after the fact, but now they are seeing the importance of a more holistic model to help their patients understand the importance of making healthier lifestyle choices for themselves and future generations.

Health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke can be directly linked to obesity and it is occurring at an alarming rate to many Americans. Also many people are confused about how to make changes in their daily routines to receive maximum health benefits today. All this confusion can be cleared up you a primary health care physician and the payoff will be a healthier you and your children.