Obesity in America...

Is on the rise. Over 60% of Americans are either overweight or obese, and the numbers continue to climb. There is a mess of reasons why we've become the fattest place on Earth. We have no time for exercise or cooking; we eat lots of processed foods with salt, fat and sugar; portion sizes have increased exponentially; and many of us simply do not have access to fresh and healthy food. Because of all these factors, prevalence of heart disease, cholesterol problems, and diabetes is way up (and so are health care costs). Obesity and related illnesses cost US taxpayers $76 billion per year.

Here is an infographic for some more interesting facts about the disease that plagues our country.
http://www.npr.org/2011/05/19/135601363/living-large-obesity-in-america

Let us be aware of what we're doing to our bodies, our loved ones, our employers, and our federal budget when we make food and exercise choices. Go for a walk during lunch hour, eat fresh and local produce from the City Market, avoid fast food restaurants as much as possible, and listen to your body when it says it's hungry or full. A physically healthy country can lead to a financially healthy country, and we all must do our part!!