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Obesity
around the world is a serious problem. It’s not just about looking good
or fitting into your favorite pair of jeans, it’s a matter of life and
death. It’s estimated that at least 2.8 million adults die each year due
to obesity! Sadly, that number does not seem to be coming down. Why are
so many people struggling with obesity? What’s contributing to this
alarming epidemic? Find out in today’s list! These are some facts about
obesity you should know.
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Globally, 925 million people suffer from hunger. 1.5 billion people are
overweight or obese.
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Both obesity and hunger lead to
malnourishment. People on both sides of the spectrum suffer from
micronutrient malnutrition including vitamin A, iron, or iodine
deficiency.
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Most obesity is concentrated in the developed world. In fact, 1 in 3
Americans is obese.
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People who eat out for breakfast and dinner more than double their risk
of becoming obese.
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According to the 2017 Organization for Economic Cooperation and
Development (OECD) report, the U.S. is the most obese nation in the
world. The obesity rate for Americans aged 15 and over stands at 38.2%!
Mexico comes in second with an obesity rate of 32.4%.
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Obesity and being overweight is the fifth leading risk for global
deaths. At least 2.8 million adults die each year as a result of being
overweight or obese.
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Lack of sleep is a huge contributor to obesity. Why? Apart from messing
up your body's natural cycles and hormones, the longer you are awake the
more you mindlessly snack, especially at night.
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Although juice is often seen as a healthy drink, your body is designed
to run on water and nothing else. By only drinking water you can cut out
a massive number of calories in your diet. Besides, most juices are just
sugar. If you want fruit, eat fruit. Also, if you're not an athlete,
Gatorade will only contribute to weight gain.
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The average
American eats 25 pounds of candy each year
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Being obese
makes you nearly 80% more likely to die if you get in a car crash. |