In my previous post (titled 'Too Fat To Fly'), I talked about how being overweight is a choice and some people debated the fact; that some people may simply be fat because of uncontrollable forces such as glandular problems and genetics.

*I would like to address this topic head on just so that I can set the record straight*

It is not my intention to offend anyone and yes, I do have family members who are sick and overweight...

My grandmother has diabetes and her feet are so swollen that she can't walk and has to use the wheelchair.

So yes, this is also a personal issue and deeply heartbreaking to see/know someone going through this.

I wished that nobody in the world has to go through something like that.

Yes, your genetics play a part in your overall weight but it is most certainly NOT the cause of gross ‘overweightness’. Even if being fat is caused by genetics, it is possible to lose weight by eating the right amount of healthy foods, increasing daily activities and exercising.

Other people have  also mentioned that the reason why some people can’t do anything about being obese because they have glandular problems. A simple blood test can confirm or refute this claim almost immediately. There are treatments that can reverse an underactive gland, which almost cures this problem entirely.

No, you don't have to live with that body.

Yes, YOU make that choice.

Are you going take control of your body or let your body take control of you?

Which brings me to another factor involving this issue: THE FOOD THAT WE EAT TODAY.

Nobody would disagree with the statement - that nutrition is one of the most important factors that we need to keep in check of to maintain the wellness of our body.

But with the booming worldwide population and high demands for food, it is obvious that why we are not getting enough healthy, nutritious food – because cheap food tastes better and so much easier to obtain!

Many food companies realize that you need food every day, and play with the fact that there are two driving forces that cause you to choose the food you eat. It is based on PRICE and TASTE,  NOT NUTRITION and HEALTH.

These food companies give an illusion of cheap food selling you highly tasty treats at prices of $1-$10 a meal. These various junk foods contain almost zero nutritional value and are filled with unhealthy chemicals and antibiotics that are extremely bad for you.

Hey, a packet of instant noodles and/or a cheeseburger from any fast food joint costs less than making a salad and far more fulfilling!

Sure, you may think you’re saving money eating out all the time and spending less than $5 on a full meal instead of $10 on groceries but overtime, you will only realize you’re paying your dues with medical bills.

One of the major causes of thyroid gland problems is due to the lack of nutrition you may be consuming in your food.  We cannot simply put the blame on genetics and glandular problems; it is also the food that we eat today. However, I understand that not all of us have the freedom to choose what want to eat - for others, it is what they can afford.

How do you think the world will change effectively if organic food is cheaper than fast food?