Wednesday, May 30, 2012
The Weight of the Nation
After recently watching, The Weight of the Nation, an HBO documentary on America's ever-growing obesity epidemic, I have decided to incorporate more of a plant-based diet.
The four-part documentary is excellent in explaining the complex issues involving the issues contributing to why America is so unhealthy and how we can begin to shift our actions to support a healthier future.
We need solution-based thinking. We already know there is a major issue (by 2032, 52% of Americans are predicted to be obese).
It starts with the kids.
To break free form the conditioning of children eating poorly from the first years of their life, available options coupled with education are essential. Teach them how to eat healthy, give them healthy options of fresh fruits and vegetables, teach them how to prepare these healthful foods.
Availability, Affordability, Accessibility, Education, and Moderation.
As one who is not in a poverty-stricken area without fresh, healthy choices, like most of you reading this, you can start helping now:
Eat Local- fresh farm produce from the farmer's markets supports local economy, creates a demand, will eventually lower costs of fresh produce, and is the most sustainable option in the long run.
The four-part documentary is excellent in explaining the complex issues involving the issues contributing to why America is so unhealthy and how we can begin to shift our actions to support a healthier future.
We need solution-based thinking. We already know there is a major issue (by 2032, 52% of Americans are predicted to be obese).
It starts with the kids.
To break free form the conditioning of children eating poorly from the first years of their life, available options coupled with education are essential. Teach them how to eat healthy, give them healthy options of fresh fruits and vegetables, teach them how to prepare these healthful foods.
Availability, Affordability, Accessibility, Education, and Moderation.
As one who is not in a poverty-stricken area without fresh, healthy choices, like most of you reading this, you can start helping now:
Eat Local- fresh farm produce from the farmer's markets supports local economy, creates a demand, will eventually lower costs of fresh produce, and is the most sustainable option in the long run.
Monday, May 21, 2012
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