The most common causes of obesity are poor diet and eating habits combined with a lack of exercise.
Other contributing causes of obesity include: glandular malfunctions, diabetes, hypoglycemia, emotional tension, boredom, and a simple love of food.
Obesity has also been linked to food sensitivities and/or allergies.
Also, food your body cannot use or that is a poison to your system is stored in the tissues and causes water retention.
Ironically with all the extra food, poor nutrition may be an important factor in obesity.
Additionally, it is the general belief that fast food causes obesity.
People on a steady diet of fast food over many years are at greater risk of being obese than those who engage in a sensible diet.
Obesity in children and teens has been on the increase in recent years.
Among Causes of obesity like lack of exercise and too much time spent watching TV, over indulgence in too much fast foods is also considered as one of the primary reasons for childhood obesity.
ALSO, FOR WEIGHT LOSS AND OVERALL HEALTH AND CAUSES OF OBESITY, MAKE AS MANY OF THE FOLLOWING LIFESTYLE CHANGES AS POSSIBLE
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drink at least 8 glasses of water a day
use a colon cleanser 4 times a year (every quarter). In fact, it is a good idea that before you start any suppliment program, you first cleanse, thereafter you nourish and protect.
make your own juice with a juice machine
more important than calories is eating the right foods
avoid snacking between meals unless it's carrot and celery sticks
do not drink soda pop, other junk food drinks
if you drink coffee or alcohol, do so only in moderation
avoid processed foods, white sugar, white flour
brown rice is good
avoid red meat and animal fats
reduce dairy products, cheese, milk, and others
get enough sleep. It is believed that the body’s healing hormones are most active between 10.00 PM and 2.00 AM at nights.
light to moderate exercise
avoid artificial sweeteners
avoid smoking -both first and second hand smoke
never skip meals - this can slow down your metabolism
eat a balance and varied diet
don't deprive yourself of foods you love, just eat them in smaller portions and less frequently.
watch less TV: read more, especially inspirational books, e.g."The Game Of Life" by Florence Scovel Shinn. (This you can )
Red wine has Resveratrol., an antioxidant. These work to protect your body against the effects of aging. One or 2 glasses of red wine a day can help keep your body young. Even better is a product called Genesis: 1 bottle of Genesis Genesis has the same amount of Resveratrol as 32 bottles of red wine and without the alcohol.
Smiling does wonders to your attitude, endears you to people and counteracts the effects of stress. Smiling can actually improve your mood.
Fast and Pray ..you will find surprising improvement in all aspects of life and healing