Leukaemia- disease
SARS - disease
Ebola -disease
Legionnaire- disease
Not being able to eat / drink / exercise properly- not a disease.
Apologies Mr Tapia for my outrageous Faux Pas, I should have said illness.
Overweight folk are no different to their drug alcohol and smoking chums, in so much that even though they know it’s bad for their health, it’s pleasurable. Deep down they know it’s bad to eat crap and but think the bad things won’t happen to them, just like the smokers and alkies.
It can take years before the health consequences rear their head, so they continue to indulge in high calorie junk food. Over eating's an habitual process that's very hard to break. Agreed?
I have just had a look and our 2022 health survey and it's estimated that 28% of adults in England were obese and a further 36% were overweight. Men were more likely than women to be overweight or obese . It's said that obesity is usually defined as having a body mass index BMI of 30 or above. A BMI between 25 and 30 is also classified as overweight. Our Kingdoms badly out of shape, and at the moment I wouldn't be confident of standing alongside my fat brothers in arms for an afternoon re-run of the Agincourt, those Frenchie's would bum us all to death.
My bmi is 35 "ish" probably because my lipids are getting old and I'm becoming less efficient at breaking down and removing stored fat etc. even without change to my diet and exercise. My physical activities is in slight decline, partly to me living in the retirement fields, browsing the internet and of course Moonwalking that impacts my ability to rid calories I should be burning off .. but I'm proper on it like a man on a mission.
I'm told that genetics play a role, with some inheriting predispositions to store fat more easily,
(moi) which I'm told is advantageous during periods of famine, but less beneficial in today's food stashed world. And don't get me started on hypothyroidism and all those crazy meds, including epilepsy diabetes and of course mental illness that all contributing to weight gain. What about stress, low moods, comfort eating which can lead to increased caloric intake. We are on the whole a bit of a complex organism.
I just asked Jeeves why the world is getting fatter and this is what he said.
Dietary Choices: Many people consume high-calorie, low-nutrient foods due to convenience, marketing, or lack of knowledge about nutrition. Fast food, sugary drinks, and processed snacks are often more accessible and affordable.
Sedentary Lifestyle: Modern lifestyles often involve less physical activity. Sedentary jobs, increased screen time, and reliance on cars contribute to lower levels of exercise.
Psychological Factors: Emotional factors such as stress, depression, or anxiety can lead individuals to use food as a coping mechanism, resulting in overeating.
Socioeconomic Status: Economic factors play a significant role. Individuals with lower income may have limited access to healthy food options and recreational facilities, leading to unhealthy eating habits and lifestyle choices.
Genetics: Genetic predisposition can influence body weight and fat distribution, making some individuals more susceptible to gaining weight.
Environmental Factors: The built environment, including the availability of parks, recreational facilities, and grocery stores that sell healthy food, can impact physical activity levels and dietary choices.
Cultural Influences: Cultural norms and practices surrounding food and body image can affect how individuals view weight and health, influencing their eating behaviors.
Medical Conditions and Medications: Some medical conditions and medications can lead to weight gain or make it harder to lose weight.
Lack of Education: A lack of knowledge about healthy eating, nutrition, and the consequences of obesity can prevent people from making informed choices.
Addressing obesity often requires a multifaceted approach, including education, access to healthy foods, opportunities for physical activity, and support for mental health.
Obviously I'd love to have a bod like Sean from off of here, but that takes discipline and dedication and I don't think I am currently at that level. Having said that you'll be pleased to know that I am losing slowly and anticipate reducing down to circa 14 stone come Xmas using my rather clever Patented Bob Gun
diet way of life approach. It's working for me!
