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Myth: Many people feel that healthy living means depriving yourself of the good things in life, and being unrealistically thin.
Fact: Healthy living is all about staying healthy, being full of energy and feeling great about yourself.

Since the 1970’s, the number of overweight children has doubled, while the number of overweight teens has nearly tripled. Research has proven that those that are more than 20% overweight, are at much higher risk of developing diseases such as type 2 diabetes, cancer, heart disease, blood pressure, stroke, depression, as well as some behavioral issues. In the United States of America, obesity is listed as the #2 cause of death, with smoking being  #1.

That is why First Lady Michelle Obama, started the "Let’s Move" campaign to end childhood obesity. On June 4^th, 2010, she addressed hundreds of chefs in a campaign to go out to the schools and put an end to the unhealthy eating that is rampant today. First Lady Michelle Obama feels that there is no one who can do a better job than a chef to help the next generation make healthy food choices.

In addition to the food we consume, there is the aspect of physical activity as well. Exercise plays an important role in our overall health. 60 minutes of daily physical activity will help children feel more energetic and maintain their proper weight levels.

Think about it- eating 100 extra calories a day without burning them, brings you up to a little less than 1 pound per month, which could add up to 10 additional pounds per year!

Conclusion: to shed those extra calories and stay fit, it is crucial to cut down on your calorie intake and break into more sweat.

Healthy eating- The best way to add years to your life!

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