This year's Southern Obesity Summit, the 6th annual, will be held in Charlotte, NC from October 14 - 16, 2012. When I learned of this event about six months ago, it seemed like it was a no-brainer that I ought to attend, and perhaps contribute in some manner, in that the Faith … [Read more...]
Why Are 30% of People in the United States Obese? A Poll.
Participate in this innovative poll to help us understand what you believe the deeper issue is. You're able to select more than one option. The results may be helpful in influencing where local and governmental resources and efforts are placed to impact on this important … [Read more...]
Affordable Care Act Upheld by the Supreme Court. Obesity and the Church
Obamacare has been largely upheld by the Supreme Court. The impact on corporations, the health care industry and individuals will be widespread. As the dust settles over the next several weeks, the affects will be more clear. One thing is certain. There will be an even greater … [Read more...]
The Weight of Our Nation – Film Series
Many of you will be interested in a film series that highlights the work of a recent initiative that I blogged about last week - Obesity Prevention: How NOT to Solve the Weight of Our Nation - titled The Weight of the Nation. As you review the films and written material I urge … [Read more...]
Obesity Prevention – How NOT to Solve the Weight of Our Nation
One out of every three children in America are overweight or obese. Two out of every three adults are overweight or obese. Today, the Institute of Medicine released a report that recommends, in their opinion, comprehensive strategies for addressing the nation’s continuing … [Read more...]
Why is Obesity in the Church So Prevalent?
Are the pastors of our churches in America, in general, neglecting to address the obesity issue that our country is challenged with? My answer would be yes, otherwise research studies would not consistently show that people who attend church regularly are more obese than … [Read more...]
