“More than a third of the American population is obese, approximately 35.4%, including: men, women and children” (www.cdc .gov). Unfortunately, this statistic is 100% true. America is constantly hungry. This clearly shows that the land of the free lies in the middle; no, not the Midwest, on the bellies of people who live all over the country. America has a typical hierarchy of factors that govern the obese population. Junk food, lack of mobility and insufficient knowledge of a healthy lifestyle often contradict the fate of an obese person. With a little help and determination, America can solve the obesity problem and prevent future health problems by: Eating healthier, encouraging physical activity. , and by setting limits on fast food consumption, to provide better nutrition to the American population. One way the American population can overcome the problem of obesity is simply to eat healthier. Explained in more detail, people can start to make healthier decisions about what they decide to eat. An example would be choosing to eat an apple over a bowl of ice cream. This is often easier said than done. Sugar and sodium levels are very high in foods that can only satisfy those with a sweet tooth. The ingestion of carbohydrates, saturated fats and trans fats is very easy to neglect. The food pyramid is a great example of what people should eat daily in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Whole grains, fruits, vegetables and proteins should become the priority of every meal. Another way to eat healthier is to follow the suggested portion size by eating smaller portions. The law requires food companies to label their products with portion sizes and ...... middle of paper ...... sugar and fat. Junk food companies know this, but they don't care because it makes them rich. In summary, this is why by law all fast food companies should impose limitations on distribution, which has led to the rise of obesity in America. By taking a stand against the rise of obesity, American bodies will be healthy and able to be a positive motivation for others to follow. Once more people choose to live happy, healthy lives, the decline in obesity will begin to show. The solution to America's obesity problem may be possible by eating healthier foods, exercising, and setting limits on what fast food industries can sell to customers. People need to stand up and move in the face of the problem of obesity, and its ill effects will engulf the healthy lifestyle that everyone knows today..