Perfect Weight, Perfect Shape - Anthony Ekanem - Bog

Over the years, the rising obesity rates in the western world have become a cause for concern. According to a new global analysis, no country has been able to succeed in curbing obesity rates in the last four decades or so. This current obesity epidemic has been put down to a lot of things but mainly stem because of modernization. Years ago, people needed to live far more active lives to get things done. Today, just about everything can be automated or delivered to your doorstep. Also, another major factor has been the invention of processed foods.

It has now come to the point where obesity is considered a disease and requires medical attention and intervention. This problem is fast spreading all around the world posing health threats everywhere. Anybody who is overweight is at risk. A major risk is that of heart disease, which usually ends up in a heart attack. Other health risks you are exposed to is having a stroke, cancer, liver problems, type-2 diabetes, and difficulty in breathing - amongst others.

The dangers of being overweight go beyond just affecting our health but even our daily lives. It also affects your flexibility in getting things done. It makes you feel sluggish. The speed at which you get things done is now decreased. Being overweight prevents you from having proper sleep and rest, thereby hampering your approach to your daily activities.