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The ugly truth is obesity is why the health care system is so expensive here in the United States and nobody wants to take responsibility for their own weight!
Jackie – ?
Actually, the harsh reality is fat people do ruin our health care system and if everybody was thin and healthy, our health care system would be perfect!

that is such a rude thing to say it is not the only reason that our health care system is so expensive there is many factors to it than just that. you people sit and say things like this and the fact is that you guys are only seeing that and you really should look at all the factors to all the reason’s. another thing is that if people could afford to pay the bills that they get that would help lower cost and then if people like ya’ll wouldn’t judge people the way you are maybe some of them would have self esteams to get up and do something about it. the barbie figure is so way off base and besides that if you want to label people "fat" what should you be labeled?

also would you want to be forced to do something that maybe you didnt want to or couldnt some of the people that are over weight can not help it and wished they could so maybe instead of wanting to push people in the dirt maybe we should try to help them cause god knows no boundries he loves us all the same and tries to help ALL of us.

How much weight should you be gaining per trimester? Or monthly? My first doctors appt I weight 221 and that was when I was about 8 weeks.. I still weigh the same so I haven’t put on any weight and I am almost 4 months. What is the normal? I am overweight so I know I will not gain as much as others but I was wondering when/how much I should gain. Thanks!

When you add the weight to the placenta and the baby and the extra fluids it comes out to around 20 pounds and the majority of that is not gained until late 2nd trimester and into the 3rd. Anything over that is the myth that you are eating for 2. I am/was over weight and lost weight with all 3 pregnancies. 25 with the first, 40 with the 2nd and 30 with the last. The babies grew fine and everything that needed to develope did. I just ate healthier, had a faster metabolism, and a lot of nausea. So unless you are under weight or there is a concern that the baby isn’t developing or getting what it needs there is nothing saying you have to gain weight, especially if you have some to lose.

people make fun of overweight people but what about pets?overweight pets are peoples doing.have you ever seen a fat animal in the wild?do you care about your pets weight?

They absolutely are. Overweight animals are at higher risk for diabetes, heart problems, and loads of other issues depending on breed type. They also tend to live shorter lives than their leaner counterparts. It is sad that many people think it’s "funny" or "cute" when their animal is overweight, but in reality it’s just sad and cruel to the animal.

I have one cat who is sluggish and overweight. I also have one cat who is underweight and active. I am trying to figure out a way to help the overweight cat lose the weight, while feeding the underweight cat properly. Any suggestions on diet would be very much appreciated!

Your situation is quite common.

Why do cats get fat? It can be a combination of issues, or just one. First the obvious – overfeeding. This may happen either because you’re giving in to the begging or because you’re free-feeding (keeping food available all day) and your cat is not self-regulated. The second reason is feeding inappropriate, low-quality food (most dry foods). The third would be medical reasons I’m not qualified to discuss, but they’re rare. Most cats are fat simply because they’re fed the wrong food and are fed too much.

Is it bad for cats to be overweight? Of course! It’s very bad. It often leads to diabetes, not to mention that fat cats probably don’t feel very cat-like. Who would when dragging around extra pounds?

Why is dry food bad? With very few exceptions, dry food is not appropriate food for cats. It’s chock full of carbs/sugar, doesn’t provide enough meat-based protein, and is often loaded with grains such as wheat or corn (which provide those carbs/sugars). Wheat, corn and soy are known allergens and in many cats will cause digestive upsets. Not to mention most also contain "meal" and "byproducts." Cats are obligate carnivores who need to eat a diet high in protein (from meat) and fat and very low in carbs. The mouse is the perfect cat food – meat, organs and bones, with perhaps a tiny bit of grains that may exist in the mouse’s stomach. In addition, dry food leaves cats dehydrated. They do not instinctively drink enough water because they’re designed to get it IN their food. This results in concentrated urine which can lead to all sorts of problems. And it DOES NOT CLEAN THE TEETH! Really – think about – does dry food clean OUR teeth? If it did wouldn’t dentists prescribe cookies instead of brushing?

What should cats eat? Cats should eat a species appropriate diet which very much resembles Atkins (Catkins). A raw diet is the very best, so long as it’s properly supplemented to meet a cat’s nutritional needs. There are many raw feeding forums available through Yahoo Groups that one can join to learn more. The next best choice is a good quality canned food (or even a commercially prepared raw diet such as Nature’s Variety). These foods will have meat listed as the first ingredient, will not contain corn, wheat or soy, may include organ meats, and will not list "meal" or "byproducts." See the What to feed link for suggestions. Additionally, the brand By Nature Organics is a very good food, and at 150 calories per 6oz can, is a very good choice for weight loss.

What about supplements for weight loss? The addition of L-Carnitine to a cat’s diet may assist with weight loss. 250-500 mg per day can be added to assist with weight loss. It is probably best to start with a lower dosage until you see how your cat reacts.

How soon will I see results? Cats need to lose weight slowly, at the rate of no more than 1 pound per month, and often less. This is because rapid weight loss may cause hepatic lipidosis (fatty liver) which can be fatal.

In a nutshell, most cats are fat because they’ve been fed too much (free-feeding or indulging them) and because they’re fed dry food which is NOT appropriate food for them due to the grain/carb/sugar content. Cats are obligate carnivores who need to eat a high meat-based protein diet, which is also high in fats and low in carbs.

Many vets, who are sadly ignorant on the topic of proper cat nutrition, will recommend prescription diet foods (usually dry). Cats are expected to lose weight on a starvation diet of 1/4 or 1/3 cup of food per day. Everyone is miserable in these situations.

The solution is to switch the fat cat (and any others in the household as well) to a good quality canned food. Because these foods are species appropriate, the cat will lose weight at a safe, slow pace (no more than 1 pound per month). Switching foods needs to occur slowly, and if you’re trying to get a kibble junkie to eat canned food, that will happen naturally.

How much should cats eat?
This varies. Average cats may eat between 20-30 calories per pound per day. But note that that is IDEAL pounds. Using 25 calories per day for example, an 8 pound cat could eat 200 calories per day. By the same token, a cat who weighs 20 pounds but should weigh 10 could eat 250 calories per day. You multiply the ideal weight by the calories to arrive at that figure. When working toward weight loss, it’s perhaps best to start at the lower end of the scale (20).

How do I find out how many calories are in cat food? See the link "Values in canned food." If it’s not listed there, you’d need to contact the manufacturer…..I believe that link provides some help there as well.

That’s it. Easy as pie. Not only will fat cats lose weight, but it and any others in the home will reap many benefits of eating a speciies appropriate diet.

See the links below for detailed information on this topic.

UPDATE: Poppy lost 5 pounds and Sophie lost 2 following this plan (from October to October). Each cat gets one can (5.5oz) of Nature’s Variety Instincts per day. No one is starving or miserable. My vet is happy with her progress and so am I. Only 4 pounds to go!

I am 13 years old and I am 5′1" and I weigh 135lbs. Am I over weight? And how tall would I be? I started my period since I was 10, would that affect my growth since I already have it?

No, I think you’re healthy. check your BMI(body mass index)

If you were over weight, your doctor would have told you, so I dont think you need to worry about your weight.

I am writing a speech, and I need to back up my information with credible quotes, facts, instances, articles, etc;

I have it written out, but I do need proof of my claims that people should not eat fast food.

My reasons are -
inhumane treatment of animals in fast food chains
and health risks including links to obesity and diabetes.

THANK YOU!

1. The Cost

The average cost for a fast food meal will range anywhere from $4 to $10, depending on the restaurant. Take even just that $4 and you could buy a pound of brown rice, a pound of beans, and a pound of frozen broccoli or other vegetable you prefer and make the equivalent of six meals. Spend one evening cooking it and have the rest for lunch for almost the entire week.

2. MSG

Monosodium glutamate is in almost all processed food and certainly in almost all fast food out there. All sorts of medical studies have revealed that MSG causes obesity, along with a lot of other nasty things. It’s a chemical we should never put in our bodies, and yet it’s something that is in virtually every processed food we buy. Free yourself from MSG by cooking from scratch at home.

3. Chemicals

All the techniques used to process food – canning, dehydrating and freezing – virtually destroy the flavor of food, so chemicals under the guise of "natural flavors" have been added to enhance the flavor, while color additives are added to make the foods look fresh. It might make the food look and taste better, but it’s not doing much for our bodies.

4. Lose Weight Naturally

Start cooking real, whole foods from scratch and you’ll be amazed to see the pounds drop off. Not only because you’re avoiding chemicals (See numbers two and three above) but also because you’re cutting out all that extra fat, sugar and salt.

5. Experience Great Taste

Once you are free of the MSG addiction, nothing will taste as good as your own home-cooked food from scratch. Buy a grain mill and grind your own flour. Once you taste it, you will never want to go back to store bought flour again.

6. More Energy

Real, whole foods give your body the power it needs in the natural way your body was meant to take it. You won’t believe the energy you will have once you start eating foods you made from scratch.

7. Better Health

The fewer chemicals you have in your body, the better your health will be. Studies have shown that chemicals can cause obesity and cancer, along with neurological complaints. The better you feed your body, the longer you will live with a greater quality of life.

8. Avoid Traffic

Think of the gas money you will save if you stay at home and cook instead. Plus, if you make extra and take it for lunch, you won’t have to get out and go anywhere at noon, saving you the hassle and even more gas money.

9. Save Time

Think you don’t have time to cook? Consider how long it takes to drive to a fast food place. Even if you live right next door to a restaurant, it will still take you about ten minutes to order and receive your food. Since most of us don’t live next door to a restaurant, transportation time to and from that restaurant is more like thirty minutes (fifteen minutes there, and fifteen minutes back). In that same amount of time (40 minutes total), you could have cooked a meal – without the hassle.

10. Satisfaction

There’s no greater feeling than knowing you cooked a fabulous meal for yourself, saved money, saved time and improved your health.

I know that obesity is the main one, but what are some other major ones?
btw Harry A, i’m not trying to lose weights. im asking this because i am writing a paper about obesity!

diabetes, obesity, clogged arteries, DVT, heart attack, strokes, aging skin, looking older than you are, depleted muscles leading to constant muscle aches, osteoporosis, fractures, cancer, depression, low self-esteem, etc. one thing leads to other.

your body is like a machine, if you don’t take care of it, it will break down.

Santa both smokes a pipe and is known to be alittle on the heavy side, not a good time to be Santa.

I am 5′8 130 lbs and i want to gain some healthy weight so i wont be pushed around as much. Please help.

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