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Anthony Bourdain: Make Obesity Epidemic an Issue of Patriotism and National Security
Celebrity chef and celebrated eater, Anthony Bourdain, recently spoke out about the recent study that suggests half of all Americans will be obese by 2030. He says forget the stats. The way to make an impact on people is to make solving the obesity epidemic one of patriotism and national security.
The stats, though, back Bourdain up in his point. For example, the military rejects 21% of recruits for for being overweight, up from 12% in 1995.
Comments
Jennifer | Oct 29, 2011 @ 8:19 AM
What worries me is how we are conforming to the obesity. I used to wear a size medium, but now the medium is huge! It’s like everything is being “upsized”. Kids these days don’t know what a healthy portion size is, much less what “real” food is. We’re allowing obesity to be the norm. I believe you should be happy with your body, and if you’re a large person, and happy, that’s great. But too many young children are obese and don’t know what a healthy weight is, nor do most of thier parents. I love Anthony Bourdain because he speaks his mind and isn’t so concerned about hurting someone’s feelings. Maybe we should quit pampering people’s feelings and give them the cold, hard facts! OK, I better step off the soap box now.