Mexico is Now the World's Fattest Country

Mexico has overtaken the US as the world's fattest country with 70 percent of adults overweight or obese. I recently returned from Mexico, where I was told that they are transitioning from a developing country (3rd world) to a developed country (1st world). Obesity problems are not a concern in less affluent countries because having too much food is a rich country problem. You must have extra money to buy too much food. So as Mexico's wealth increases, so will obesity. The food in Mexico is delicious, but this is disappointing to see. Please see the article below.

http://www.universityherald.com/articles/3829/20130710/mexico-fattest-country-world-study-u-s-food.htm

Fasting

As I get older I become more and more concerned about my diet. My current regimen, while not terrible, is in need of improvement. GQ has a very interesting article on a 6 day water fast. What does it say about me that something so extreme appeals to me? It was very interesting to read about this fellow's experience and the fast's positive effects.

http://www.gq.com/life/fitness/201311/six-day-water-fast-diet

Small Portions

More evidence that there's something to this notion of calorie restriction - 

http://www.smh.com.au/world/outnumbered-by-the-girls-hes-the-last-man-standing-20130524-2k6ry.html

"'Mr Kimura retired in 1962 aged 65, after working for 45 years in the Japanese post office. He now lives in Kyō¯tango, Kyoto Prefecture, with his eldest son's widow, 83, and his grandson's widow, 59, and attributes his long life to eating small portions of food, and admits to spending most of his time 'in bed.'"

Focusing on Happiness

This was recently sent to me by a friend. Very good stuff. First 10 minutes are setup/standup comedy, but it's worth it for the payoff.

Interesting Thoughts on Death

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/10/28/opinion/sunday/the-dead-have-something-to-tell-you.html?_r=3&