The #1 Reason Your Overweight

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 For years researchers thought that low income and lack of education were the major causes for Americans eating unhealthy foods. Today we know that’s not true. In Fact, the average “fast food” consumer is aware of the bad choices they are making. And if you didn’t know, the average fast-food consumer earns more than twice the poverty level income.

So, if it’s not ignorance or income why do Americans gravitate to fast food?

The answer is CONVENIENCE!!!!

92% of people polled said that the #1 reason for eating fast food was due to lack of time. They know they should be eating healthier, but they haven’t got the time. O.K., and yes that’s a valid excuse. I think we all know if you're going to eat healthy you have to make it yourself. There lies the problem.

Yes, you can go online and find dozens of recipes for a 10-minute meal, but I know you never have the right ingredients or the time to shop. Shopping in a grocery store is hectic. The stores are overcrowded and often we have a budget to stick to. You have to buy things that the family wants. As a result, we often buy the same things we always buy. Our lives are made up of our jobs, friends and family. And to clear our heads at night we watch some TV so we can get to sleep.

So, if we really want to lose weight it will take a complete lifestyle change, were as, most of us are liking for a quick fix, the convenient way. Maybe we’ll have time for that. Fortunately, today we can grocery shop on the internet. Sometimes when you are shopping for food shopping on the internet can be better for your diet and your budget. You're not tempted to buy things you don't really want, and you can also save money. It's easier to stick to a shopping list if you use the internet. 

I don’t like being the bearer of bad news, but I never found a quick fix. If you truly want to live a healthier life and be a good example for your family, you need to make a decision. If you stay on your present course being overweight will be your smallest problem. Bad health will be your biggest problem. Diabetes, High Blood Pressure and High Blood Sugars is in your future and your doctor will quickly become your best friend. Think about it.

Look for my podcast by searching “How Bad Do You Want to Lose Weight” on the podcast app that you use. You’ll see a piece of my book cover.

If you really want to lose your body fat look for my e-books at the websites listed below. You’ll get information on Healthy eating, exercise, and diet. Instead of spending hours on the internet reading dozens of posts, you can save time by picking up one of my e-books. 

There are two e-books. “How Bad Do You Want To Lose Weight?” is available at all the online bookstores selling for $3.99. Go to any of the websites below and search the title to find my e-book. This book gives you all you need to lose weight without spending money on gym memberships, diet plans, or meal plans. Look for my book. at Amazon.com, bn.com, iBooks, Kobo.com, Scribd.com, or Gardner Books in the U.K.

My new e-book is available on Smashwords.com and other online bookstores. Just type “getting to a Healthy Weight” in the search box at the top of the home page. 




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