however, lifestyles are the contributing factor to this social problem. Although we live in the

land of opportunity, which brings forth new innovations and technology, American’s ignorance,

sedentary lifestyle, and culture are the factors which have shaped the United States into being the most obese country in the world.

While genetic factors may increase the risk for excess fat, they are not sufficient enough

to explain the increasingly high rate of obesity in the United States. Many Americans find

themselves being obese because they are unaware of all of the factors that contribute to

obesity. For example, most people who find themselves overweight acquire unhealthy

eating habits, such as eating only one meal a day or eating only fat-free foods. Even thou

China’s staple food is rice, Italy’s staple food is pasta, and Mexico’s staple food is beans. Instead of making vegetables or fruits the main item in a meal, Americans prioritize meat, such as poultry or beef, as if it were healthy and of key importance to survival. With almost every American meal, there is some kind of meat at the table; it is as if Americans have learned to incorporate meat with every meal. If the United States possessed a staple food as any other country, then most Americans would not find themselves stuffing their faces with foods high in saturated animal fat. Not only is the lack of a staple food a problem, but the over abundance of high calorie dense foods and added preservatives may contribute to weight gain. In addition to unhealthy store bought foods, Americans are presented with the popularity of fast food restaurants; finding themselves conveniently dining out more often then necessary, and eating oversized portions.

Some topics in this essay:
Unlike Europeans, United Americans, Obesity Rise, Furthermore America’s, staple food, americans themselves, eating habits, country world, sedentary lifestyle, themselves overweight, physical activity, obese people, themselves walking, genetic factors,