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The Real Fears: Understanding the Health Risks of Excess Weight

Confronting the Hard Truths and Dispelling Myths


Recent discoveries in medical research have shed light on some alarming truths about the health risks associated with excess weight, offering a new perspective on the urgency of addressing this issue.

The Stark Reality of Excess Weight

  • Cancer Risk: Groundbreaking findings reveal that excess weight is responsible for 20% of cancers in women, including breast cancer. This is a crucial insight, underscoring the need for weight management in cancer prevention.
  • Epidemic of Type 2 Diabetes: Obesity is a key driver behind the widespread prevalence of type 2 diabetes.
  • Cardiovascular Diseases: Overweight individuals face a 30% increased risk of cardiovascular diseases.
  • Mental Health Impact: Depression affects 30% of those who are overweight, highlighting a significant mental health concern.

Dispelling Fake Fears

Many harbor fears about weight loss efforts, such as the fear of not being able to lose weight, the yo-yo effect, or compromising health. However, recent studies offer a new perspective:

  • Yo-Yo Effect Misconceptions: Efforts to lose weight, even if not always successful, have been shown to reduce mortality by 24%. This challenges the common fear of the yo-yo effect being detrimental.

The Fear of Change

  • Psychological Barriers: Statements like “I’m not that big,” “I enjoy eating,” or “I don’t want to deprive myself,” are often psychological defenses against change. Recognizing these as excuses rather than truths is the first step towards taking action.

Why Wait?

With our support and your participation, even if imperfect, you can overcome these paralyzing fears. Our approach isn’t about perfect adherence to a rigid plan; it’s about making progressive, sustainable changes that lead to a healthier lifestyle.

Let’s Team Up!

We are here to support you in this journey. Let’s work together to confront these real fears, dispel the myths, and embark on a path to better health and well-being.

Looking forward to teaming up with you!

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JF Larocque
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