Does Extra Weight Mean More to Singles?
National Nutrition Month Series-How Are Singles Doing?
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I overheard an interesting debate in the grocery store yesterday. Two women were discussing the fact that they had both recently gained some weight. One of the women said to the other, “well its no big deal to you, you’re already married”. They argued about weight gain being more/less significant based on marital status. Both held on to their convictions rather tightly.
I disagreed with both of their positions. I think that a person’s view about their weight is a direct result of how they view themselves overall - their body image. I also believe that it benefits everyone to be attentive to all aspects of health and well-being regardless of marital status. I would be interested in hearing from others about this topic. Does extra weight mean more to singles?
Your Daily Nutrition Guide
Chances of weight gain amongst singles increase if you frequently indulge in calorie-dense foods like fries, soft drinks and so on more often than nutrient-dense foods in your diet. Calorie-dense foods provide more calories than the body needs and the excess accumulates in the form of fat.
If your current weight has you concerned, try increasing your physical activity, minimizing sedentary activities like excessive use of computers and watching television. While we have seen an increase in the promotion of healthy foods, many people still head for the quick and convenient drive-thru options. Perhaps your target could be to adopt a better balance rather than a restrictive diet.
Any or all of these changes could play a major role in overcoming what has sometimes been referred to as an epidemic of obesity. One of the easiest solutions is to eat food in small portions five times per day instead of larger portions three times. You could enjoy benefits to your health (and weight) by making small changes for the next month.
National Nutrition Month
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