This week, the BBC reported that there has been an astonishing rise in all-you-can-eat restaurant chains.
With the recession taking hold, people still want to eat out and enjoy themselves -but with better value for money.
Families are turning to cheap all-you-can-eat restaurants that offer various types of food so a.
) the most fussy of eaters are catered for b.
) everyone leaves feeling very full.
Food is rarely organic, local or ethically sourced but for £6-8 per person, few would expect to be eating free range eggs laid by chickens fed soy It is estimated that other types of restaurant are closing at the rate of 100 a month, all-you-can-eat restaurants are clearly giving customers exactly what they want which is clearly lots of food for their money.
What are the consequences for families eating such vast quantities of food? Obesity has become a major problem in our society, particularly as 2 thirds of adults are either overweight or obese (Source NHS).
In England, 9000 deaths a year are attributed to obesity - a sobering fact.
Obesity causes other health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, infertility.
Combined with a distinct lack of exercise, obesity has been attributed to one third of cancers.
Losing weight is no longer a cosmetic issue, there are serious health implications due to being over-weight and there has become a culture of refusing to accept responsibility on the part of the food industry for their part in this problem as well as individuals.
The best way to lose weight is through diet and exercise.
A diet that is low in fat and sugar yet high in fibre will be more beneficial than a diet of indiscriminate gluttony.
Theoretically, to lose weight, you need to expend more calories than you take in.
This is highly possible with a doctor-approved diet and a gym membership.
However, many people reach a plateau and despite their efforts cannot lose the last few lbs.
If you are struggling to regain your confidence because you still have 'love handles' or chunky thighs, you might consider liposuction as an option.
After all, you've worked so hard to lose weight; this is all that is stopping you from achieving the body you feel you deserve.
Normal liposuction is a risky procedure.
Completed under a general anaesthetic at a cosmetic clinic, localised deposits of fat are removed with a tube - the fat is physically broken up by the tubs and it is then suctioned out with by a vacuum pump.
However, patients will feel a considerable amount of discomfort and for weeks afterwards, they will need to wear a supportive garment around the clock.
Most patient return to work within a few days after the treatment; however you would not be able to exercise properly for up to a month afterwards.
Due to the nature of weight loss, and particularly, weight gain, liposuction may be a risky pursuit, after all, look at Kerry Katona.
The former Atomic Kitten singer had liposuction (amongst other treatments) but unfortunately has piled all the weight back on.
This is a solemn indicator to cosmetic surgery advocates across the country that cosmetic procedures must be combined with a healthy diet and exercise to keep the weight off.
Fortunately, there are treatments available that are not as invasive as liposuction.
Tumescent Liposuction has evolved from traditional liposuction in that it is carried out under local anesthetic and simply involves a couple of injections into the affected area.
Fat gradually disperses over the coming weeks.
This procedure is typically carried out on a 'walk-in, walk-out' basis and does not require as extensive after-care as traditional liposuction.
Tumescent Liposuction has been hailed a breakthrough by professionals seeking the effects of liposuction without having to deal with the extensive aftercare.
Other alternatives include vaser lipo and smart lipo, both of which are also non-surgical procedures.
Whilst liposuction is certainly an excellent option to consider if you can't shift fat from problem areas, liposuction is not the only answer to the obesity crisis.
All-you-can-eat restaurants merely perpetuate the problem.
Instead of pursuing massive quantities of food, seek quality instead.
With the recession taking hold, people still want to eat out and enjoy themselves -but with better value for money.
Families are turning to cheap all-you-can-eat restaurants that offer various types of food so a.
) the most fussy of eaters are catered for b.
) everyone leaves feeling very full.
Food is rarely organic, local or ethically sourced but for £6-8 per person, few would expect to be eating free range eggs laid by chickens fed soy It is estimated that other types of restaurant are closing at the rate of 100 a month, all-you-can-eat restaurants are clearly giving customers exactly what they want which is clearly lots of food for their money.
What are the consequences for families eating such vast quantities of food? Obesity has become a major problem in our society, particularly as 2 thirds of adults are either overweight or obese (Source NHS).
In England, 9000 deaths a year are attributed to obesity - a sobering fact.
Obesity causes other health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, infertility.
Combined with a distinct lack of exercise, obesity has been attributed to one third of cancers.
Losing weight is no longer a cosmetic issue, there are serious health implications due to being over-weight and there has become a culture of refusing to accept responsibility on the part of the food industry for their part in this problem as well as individuals.
The best way to lose weight is through diet and exercise.
A diet that is low in fat and sugar yet high in fibre will be more beneficial than a diet of indiscriminate gluttony.
Theoretically, to lose weight, you need to expend more calories than you take in.
This is highly possible with a doctor-approved diet and a gym membership.
However, many people reach a plateau and despite their efforts cannot lose the last few lbs.
If you are struggling to regain your confidence because you still have 'love handles' or chunky thighs, you might consider liposuction as an option.
After all, you've worked so hard to lose weight; this is all that is stopping you from achieving the body you feel you deserve.
Normal liposuction is a risky procedure.
Completed under a general anaesthetic at a cosmetic clinic, localised deposits of fat are removed with a tube - the fat is physically broken up by the tubs and it is then suctioned out with by a vacuum pump.
However, patients will feel a considerable amount of discomfort and for weeks afterwards, they will need to wear a supportive garment around the clock.
Most patient return to work within a few days after the treatment; however you would not be able to exercise properly for up to a month afterwards.
Due to the nature of weight loss, and particularly, weight gain, liposuction may be a risky pursuit, after all, look at Kerry Katona.
The former Atomic Kitten singer had liposuction (amongst other treatments) but unfortunately has piled all the weight back on.
This is a solemn indicator to cosmetic surgery advocates across the country that cosmetic procedures must be combined with a healthy diet and exercise to keep the weight off.
Fortunately, there are treatments available that are not as invasive as liposuction.
Tumescent Liposuction has evolved from traditional liposuction in that it is carried out under local anesthetic and simply involves a couple of injections into the affected area.
Fat gradually disperses over the coming weeks.
This procedure is typically carried out on a 'walk-in, walk-out' basis and does not require as extensive after-care as traditional liposuction.
Tumescent Liposuction has been hailed a breakthrough by professionals seeking the effects of liposuction without having to deal with the extensive aftercare.
Other alternatives include vaser lipo and smart lipo, both of which are also non-surgical procedures.
Whilst liposuction is certainly an excellent option to consider if you can't shift fat from problem areas, liposuction is not the only answer to the obesity crisis.
All-you-can-eat restaurants merely perpetuate the problem.
Instead of pursuing massive quantities of food, seek quality instead.
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