Of course a balanced diet is part of healthy living. But clearly large sections of the world's population, including UK and Philippines, are unaware - or unable - to eat healthily. Every gram of fat in food contains 9 calories ; each gram of carbohydrate or protein contains 5 calories. Obesity affects 1/4 and costs our health service as much as smoking. Diabetes mellitus is increasing worldwide at an alarming rate.
We have a responsibility to ourselves, but also anyone we care for, to be aware of what's good and bad for our health. That was the point of Branno's thread, and my post in response to it.
My point is this : both obesity and diabetes can be managed a lot more cheaply - in every sense - if recognised early. The consequences of not treating early are dire( I won't list them all here ).
Registering with a GP and having a health check up is free in this country . Health care and insurance in the Philippines will probably cost, and may be truly unaffordable for many. But " bulag na e hindi pa kumikita " ( blind already - from diabetes - while not yet earning money ) could be the alternative.
Of course life should be enjoyed but it's sensible to be aware of what improves your chances of an enjoyable and productive life.
Treat these two conditions early, reduce stress and the need for antidepressants
