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"To get rich, never risk your health. For it is the truth that health is the wealth of wealth."

-Richard Baker, American Congressman

Monday, November 18, 2013

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

Thursday, November 07, 2013

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