As a physician, social and behavioral epidemiologist, and longtime hospital executive, I understand all too well how dire our nation’s health crisis is, especially in underserved communities.
s a physician, social and behavioral epidemiologist, and longtime hospital executive, I understand all too well how dire our nation’scrisis is, especially in underserved communities. It is certainly true that poorer populations, such as those families eligible for food stamps, have worse health outcomes and higher rates of obesity than the rest of the population. As a result, their medical care can be costly.
If we care about improving our national health, we must embrace a holistic approach. That begins with fundamentally transforming our culture’s relationship with food. Research shows that balance and moderation, not deprivation and prohibition, properly orient our brains to make nutritious choices that, compounded over time, help keep our bodies healthy and strong for as long as possible.
Instead, the public health goal should be to encourage balanced living, including properly fueling our bodies, staying active, and prioritizing our emotional well-being. Physicians know that when patients focus on this comprehensive approach to their wellness, they’ll end up with better outcomes, since nutrition, activity, and emotional well-being can all affect our weight, shaping our overall health.
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