Not only are Americans getting fatter, but we don’t even seem to realize it’s happening!
A poll published on Tuesday found that 9 out of 10 Americans say their diet is healthy, but only 25% limit their fat and sugar intake and 2 out of 3 don’t get enough fruit and vegetables.
Said Nancy Metcalf of Consumer Reports Health:
“Americans tend to give themselves high marks for healthy eating, but when we asked how many sugary drinks, fatty foods, and fruits and veggies they consumed, we found that their definition of healthy eating was questionable.”
Further, a third said they were at a healthy weight when they actually had a body mass index (BMI) of an overweight or obese person.
Yikes!
It’s obvious that people are biased when evaluating their own diet and health, so seek out advice from your doctor or a nutritionist!!
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