Reasons For Healthy Food Choices

While a there are those who grew up eating healthy and chose to continue making healthy food choices as an adult, most people dont make healthy food choices until there is a lifestyle changing event.

There are different events in an adults life that cause them to think about the foods they are eating and the choices they are making when it comes to their diet.

Obesity is among the most common reasons that people choose to change to making healthy food choices. It may be that they themselves are obese or overweight or it may be that a family member must cut back on calories. There are serious health problems associated with being overweight or obese, so making healthy food choices is very important. Some of the health risks include the following:

Heart disease
Diabetes
Premature death
Stroke
Some cancers
Fatty live disease
Chronic venous insufficiency
Gallbladder disease
Breathing problems
Deep vein thrombosis
Arthritis
Pregnancy and fetus/newborn complications

The weight related health risks increase for those who have belly fat which is known as central or abdominal obesity. An apple shape characterizes this type of obesity that is at higher risk. The excessive weight is carried mostly in the abdominal area, buttocks, hips, and thighs. The calves are often thin and some may have thin thighs also. A waist-hip ratio of 0.8 for women and 1.0 for men is another factor that increases health risks. It is especially important for people who suffer from this form of obesity to make healthy food choices that will help them loose weight.

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