I remember reading a while back that lack of sleep was yet another factor in the obesity tale. Lack of sleep. Goes completely against what we have been brainwashed to think. You know, that fat people sit around all day, eat and sleep.
I think obesity has more to do with one's mental state than anything else (barring true medical issues). Over-eating is an addiction just like all the other addictions - alcohol, drugs, sex, etc. Obesity is an indication that one has a problem, and usually not just with food. The over-eating/obesity masks other issues and also provides a convenient excuse for not dealing with said issues. You know, "When I lose weight I will blah, blah, blah." "I can't do blah blah blah because I need to lose weight.".
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momijizukamori
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Date: 2006-11-09 06:26 pm (UTC)I think obesity has more to do with one's mental state than anything else (barring true medical issues). Over-eating is an addiction just like all the other addictions - alcohol, drugs, sex, etc. Obesity is an indication that one has a problem, and usually not just with food. The over-eating/obesity masks other issues and also provides a convenient excuse for not dealing with said issues. You know, "When I lose weight I will blah, blah, blah." "I can't do blah blah blah because I need to lose weight.".
My two cents. :-)