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 As
the summer is coming, many kids care very much about their looks. They are very keen
on watching their body shapes and weight. Some
kids even go on a diet and hit the gym. Are you shaping
up for summer? Do you feel uncomfortable about your
weight? Have no worries. Here is the positive information on your
worst nightmare - fat.
For years, it seems like fat has been talked about in the media as the most horrible thing in the body.
People commonly believe that fat
is no good. But this is not true. Did you know that fat is where most
of the energy in your body is stored? Medically it was proven that
fat is the main source of energy for your
muscles and organs.
 Too
much fat is surely no good. However, getting rid of all the fat in
the body is a foolish thing to do! Besides supplying the body with energy,
fat does many other good things for the body. It provides cushions for the organs.
It also regulates the body’s temperature.
Most of you have probably heard that cholesterol is bad for the
body. But here’s something interesting; Cholesterol which comes from
fats is essential for the body. Without a doubt, too much cholesterol
is bad. Then again, the body needs
some cholesterol to survive. You must understand
that too much of anything for the body is bad.
 Today,
the store shelves are lined up with
low fat goodies. Fast food restaurants also use healthier oil for
their customers’ health. The point
is simple: Don’t worry too much. Please remember
that the reason for obesity isn’t just fat.
Children are very inactive these days. Instead of walking
or biking, many children always use public transportation or
get a ride from their parents.
Instead of playing sports, they sit in front of the television
or the computer.
Of course eating healthy, nutritious food is important.
But being active is important, too. If you want to stay in shape, eat well-balanced meals and exercise regularly. Eating your favorite
cookies and chips from time to time is OK.
Just make sure your belly has room for a healthy
home-made dinner, too! |
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