Is there another reason to lose weight and avoid obesity?
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Recent research now shows that twice as many adults in the United States are obese compared to adults in Europe. About 33 percent of Americans are obese, compared with 17 percent in ten European countries reviewed.
Obesity, as past research has shown, leads to a number of other diseases including cancer, diabetes and others. This also increases our health care costs dramatically and they are directly tied to the 'obesity factor'.
Our health care expenditures related to obesity range from $100-150 billion per year and the costs are only rising. Why does this continue? The research's author commented "It is possible that we spend more on health care because we are, indeed, less healthy."
That's true, and only there is only one solution: taking responsibility for our own health. Watching what we eat, getting active and keeping a positive outlook on our lives. This is sometimes a challenge in today's fast paced, every busier world, although it's a choice. A choice we all make by either doing something about it or just letting things happen and then ending up in the hospital, bankrupt, or possibly an early death.
Life is a wonderful gift, take care of yours.
To your best health!
Mark Idzik
Source: NewsMax
Do you know the main reason that prevents people from losing weight? Find out what it is (I bet you're experiencing this right now) and how you can break through it fast. Find out now!
Watch out, you may be asked to pay more for your company's health insurance plan if you're out of shape.
More and more companies are taking a controversial approach by 'encouraging' employees to get fit by lowering their deductibles if they pass a yearly physical fitness test. If they don't, they pay a much larger deductible.
Would you get in better shape to save thousands every your on your health insurance?
I think this is a brilliant plan since it rewards those that are healthier and file fewer claims. Until now, everyone pays the same regardless of their physical health.
It's simple economics... and it works. For example, in the video below, you'll see how an Arkansas county saved over $1.5 million dollars in a year and half after implementing the new plan. When they started, they were in the red half a million dollars. It shows how an economic incentive can help make lifestyle changes and benefit everyone.
In times when health care costs are skyrocketing, this type of incentive is badly needed... and it's a win-win situation. Overweight employees lose weight, feel better, have more energy and are more productive. They also add years to their life and most likely live better quality lives at home.
Initially many employees find this an intrusion and violation of their rights. After going through the program for some time, they seem to appreciate the benefits for themselves and their employer.
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To your best health!
Mark
Get tips on how to save money on your health insurance at YourHealthInsurance.com
I was pleasantly surprised to see this interview with Health Magazine clinical nutritionist Samantha Heller on CBS provide wise advise on losing weight. Watch for the new technology that helps you 'see' or visualize yourself thinner. Personally I think it's a powerful tool for those looking to release some extra weight.
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To your best health!
Mark
P.S. Seeing your goals on a regular basis is a powerful way to reach them. I recommend the easy to use tools at MindMovies to create your future and reach your goals whether it's to gain better health, release weight, buy a new house or retire. And check out the movie below!
