Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 1877: Obesity, It’s Not Your Genetics
Aug 11, 2022
Obesity isn't solely determined by genetics; lifestyle and environmental factors play a crucial role. The podcast dives into ten key reasons for rising obesity rates, such as the consumption of hyper-palatable processed foods and a sedentary lifestyle. It highlights the importance of maintaining muscle mass, mindful eating, and home cooking. Additionally, it discusses the impact of sleep deprivation, distracted eating, and hormone-disrupting chemicals on body weight. Medications like antidepressants and birth control are also examined for their influence on weight gain.
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Obesity: Not Genetic
- Obesity is not primarily genetic; it's tied to lifestyle and environment.
- Historical examples show how obesity was rare, even just 150 years ago.
Circus Freak Show Example
- Sal DiStefano talks about circus freak shows, where "fat people" were an oddity.
- Today, these individuals wouldn't stand out, demonstrating how drastically obesity rates have risen.
Focus on Controllable Factors
- Acknowledge genetic predispositions, but focus on controllable factors like lifestyle.
- Genetic influence on weight is a small range, not a drastic difference of 100 pounds.
