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Obesity Epidemic Leading Younger Adults to Take Cholesterol Lowering Drugs
Monday, November 12, 2007
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The younger generation is being affected by diseases that were once common to the geriatric population. Therefore, it's no surprise that they have to take drugs that would normally be prescribed for their parents or grand parents. High cholesterol levels have been linked to an increased risk for heart disease and it appears more doctors are prescribing these medications as a preventative measure. I'm not a fan of popping pills for every singe illness because they all have side effects. So now more than ever, let's encourage our younger generation to improve their health through lifestyle changes including diet and exercise. As I can recall, prevention is better than cure!
Samantha, RD, LD/N
Nutrition Specialist
“We are all measured by inches, ages, numbers and all the outside things that don’t add up to who we are on the inside. So let your weight loss journey be one of self-acceptance every step of the way. If you are unhappy with yourself fifty pounds heavier you’ll probably feel the same way when you lose the weight. Happiness is not embedded in outward appearances.”
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