I always knew smoking was a major cause of cancer and according to an article on MSNBC, obesity is on the rise and eventually will take over as the number one cancer killer. Currently, smoking causes 30% of the cancer cases in the US and obesity is right behind with 14% of deaths in men and 20% of deaths in women.
Check out the article:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23189181/
Sure, you know being overweight isn't healthy and can lead to many different types of health issues. I think most people don't realize how deadly these issues can be until they are faced with them down the road. It is hard to look at your life currently and say, "If I eat healthier and exercise now, when I am 60 - 70 - 80 years old, I'll still look and feel great". Many people in my family have suffered with Heart Disease and Cancer due to smoking but I don't think getting CANCER from obesity ever crossed my mind. Just one more reason to put down the pint of ice cream and take the dog out for a walk.
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